Chicago Jewish Day School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025)

3730 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

CJDS is a multi-denominational Jewish day school located in the heart of Irving Park, offering bus transportation throughout Chicago and the northern suburbs.

Our school community is diverse and serves as a reflection of the entire Chicagoland Jewish community.

From the moment you step on campus, you will feel it: Your child belongs here.

And you will see it -- the excitement for learning, the high-level engagement of the students, the love of Judaism, the deep connection to Israel, and the warmth of the community.

Your child will be captivated by innovative, educational activities that ignite their curiosity and spark wonder in an immersive and vibrant Jewish environment.

Quick Facts (2025)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 236 students
Yearly Tuition: $27,450
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Chicago Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Other

Year Founded

2003

First Day of School

Mon. Aug 25, 2025

Campus Size

Student Body

Total Students

236 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Chicago Jewish Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

44 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

12 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$27,450

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Tuition Notes

JK: $20,190 K-Grade 5: $28,355 Grades 6-8: $29,280

% on Financial Aid

52%

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 81%

Admissions Director

Cortney Stark Cope

Admissions Associate

Tamar Shapira

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

circus artscooking

dramamusical performance

potteryscience fun

yoga

Club or Organization:

Gaming ClubMath Club

recorder clubTechnology Club

US Chidon Ha-Tanach ClubYearbook Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CodingKarate

Spanish Club

School Notes

School Motto: Educationally Extraordinary. Joyfully Jewish.
School Mascot: Rams

Chicago Jewish Day School is a multi-denominational Jewish day school on the cutting edge of best practices in progressive education. In 2018, we celebrate our extraordinary commitment to engaging and educating the next generation of Jewish learners and leaders when we moved to our new 2.6-acre campus in the Irving Park neighborhood. Through our integrated and experiential learning curriculum, we are recognized for both our academic excellence and our meaningful approach to Judaic Studies and Hebrew. Together, they create a challenging and thought-provoking curriculum that develops a child`s capacity for complex learning and a strong moral compass. 95% of our graduates gain acceptance to their first-choice high school, including Chicago`s competitive selective enrollment and private schools, where they become leaders in their schools and communities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chicago Jewish Day School cost?

Chicago Jewish Day School's tuition is approximately $27,450 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Chicago Jewish Day School?

The acceptance rate of Chicago Jewish Day School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Chicago Jewish Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Chicago Jewish Day School offer?

Chicago Jewish Day School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Volleyball.

What is Chicago Jewish Day School's ranking?

Chicago Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Chicago Jewish Day School?

The application deadline for Chicago Jewish Day School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Chicago Jewish Day School located?

Chicago Jewish Day School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Irving Park.

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