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Since 1947, Hillel School has welcomed students of all Jewish backgrounds and affiliations.
Hillel School's doors are open to students from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Students come from Rochester and the surrounding suburbs and span all economic levels. Our nine-acre campus is located in the suburb of Brighton, just outside Rochester, NY. The building features a spacious gymnasium/auditorium, a state-of-the-art computer lab, a stimulating art studio and a modern science lab.
The library contains both Judaic and general interest volumes.
We strive to provide all students with the best possible education.
Our favorable student-to-teacher ratio enables teachers to know and care about each child.
An Instructional Leadership Team tailors enrichment and remediation programs to meet the needs of each child.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
1947

Student Body

Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Hillel Community Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
5 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Pre-K - 11000 Free Kindergarten & 1st grade Gr. 2-8 - $10,000
% on Financial Aid
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Chana Freedman

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Chess Club, D&D Club, Minecraft Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Hillel Orchestra

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports Club

School Notes

  • Mission & Philosophy:
  • Hillel Community Day School partners with families to promote critical thinking, academic excellence and a love of learning for each child. In service to the entire Jewish community, we inspire a meaningful connection to Jewish customs, values and Israel.
  • Statement of Purpose:
  • Every Jewish child inherits our religion and rich culture. This inheritance can be acquired by learning and living traditional Judaism daily. For children, loving teachers and peers can help provide this opportunity. Hillel Community Day School serves as trustee, along with the home, to assure that every Jewish child in our community has full access to his or her inheritance. As a Community Day School, Hillel serves the Rochester area as a school for both general and Judaic studies, with children coming from all segments of the Jewish community as we make every practical effort to accommodate individual needs of each child. We strive to develop a well-balanced Jewish individual, knowledgeable in and committed to the principles of Jewish living and those in our democratic society. We endeavor to preserve and enhance our people, our religion and our heritage through knowledge of nurturing-based experiences.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hillel Community Day School cost?
Hillel Community Day School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hillel Community Day School?
The acceptance rate of Hillel Community Day School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
When is the application deadline for Hillel Community Day School?
The application deadline for Hillel Community Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Rochester, NY is $6,629 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Rochester, NY is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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