Contra Costa Jewish Day School (CCJDS) is a Kindergarten through 8th grade Community Jewish Day School located in Lafayette, CA. At CCJDS the synergy between academic excellence and Jewish knowledge creates an ideal learning environment.
Our goal is to graduate children who love learning, respect human diversity, and are able to make positive choices about their lives.
We strive to attain this goal by offering an outstanding academic program of general,Judaic and Hebrew studies.
We offer small classes in a warm, caring child-centered environment.
Our talented faculty work together with students and their families to create a close-knit school community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,575
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Contra Costa Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
193 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
18 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,575
Tuition Notes
k-5: $16575
Middle School: $17375
for 2014-15
% on Financial Aid
40%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Abby Seitelman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Girl Scouts
Club or Organization:
Chess
Arts and Music Programs:
African Drumming, Art, Drama, Hip Hop Dance, Jewelry making
Recreational Athletic Programs:
5th-8th Basketball Team, 5th-8th Soccer Team
School Notes
- On line application available on our website www.ccjds.org
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Contra Costa Jewish Day School cost?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School's tuition is approximately $16,575 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Contra Costa Jewish Day School?
The acceptance rate of Contra Costa Jewish Day School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Contra Costa Jewish Day School offer?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is Contra Costa Jewish Day School's ranking?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Contra Costa Jewish Day School?
The application deadline for Contra Costa Jewish Day School is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Contra Costa Jewish Day School is Bentley School (0.8 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
CCJDS has consistently provided a warm, loving environment in which my 8th grade son has developed as a confident, well-rounded student. We''re particularly thrilled with the school's commitment to providing Spanish for the middle school, and to the advanced math curriculum. Dean Goldfein is very committed to creating a smooth transition to high school, based on the requirements of our specific school. We''ve been very happy here, and encourage more Reform/secular Jews to apply. This *is* the place for you.
5 5/17/2016
If you are looking for a school with a great community of families, where faculty really care about your child's success, where there is an emphasis on strong academics and where your child will be happy, then please consider CCJDS! Both my children started CCJDS in Kindergarten. My daughter recently graduated and is now attending a local public school where she is thriving and believes that CCJDS did a great job preparing her for the rigors of high school. My son is in Middle School, he works hard but finds school exciting and is looking forward to his 8th grade class trip to Israel. The faculty at CCJDS is great and make the learning experience so enriching! The school offers quite a bit of financial assistance for families who need. We love CCJDS!
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