The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is dedicated to promoting and strengthening Jewish life and values through its programs and services to individuals, groups, and families.
As a constituent of The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore, the JCC is the agency responsible for informal Jewish education, recreation, health & fitness, cultural and communal programs and activities.
It encourages Jews to understand and express the meaning of belonging to the Jewish community and their relationship to the State of Israel.
The Jewish Community Center serves as a common meeting ground for all Jews, respecting diversity of thinking and expression.
In keeping with its Jewish values, the JCC is committed to enhancing the general welfare of the total community.
The JCC will develop, promote, and maintain a new Jewish neighborhood that strengthens and celebrates the Baltimore Jewish community by: Maintaining that all Jews are bound together as a community and responsible for one another, Promoting an inclusive, spirited environment that celebrates the diversity of our community, and Developing mutually beneficial partnerships with other Jewish institutions.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Jewish Community Center-ece Dept ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1854
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
232 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is dedicated to promoting and strengthening Jewish life and values through its programs and services to individuals, groups, and families. As a constituent of The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore, the JCC is the agency responsible for informal Jewish education, recreation, health & fitness, cultural and communal programs and activities. It encourages Jews to understand and express the meaning of belonging to the Jewish community and their relationship to the State of Israel. The Jewish Community Center serves as a common meeting ground for all Jews, respecting diversity of thinking and expression. In keeping with its Jewish values, the JCC is committed to enhancing the general welfare of the total community. The JCC will develop, promote, and maintain a new Jewish neighborhood that strengthens and celebrates the Baltimore Jewish community by: Maintaining that all Jews are bound together as a community and responsible for one another, Promoting an inclusive, spirited environment that celebrates the diversity of our community, and Developing mutually beneficial partnerships with other Jewish institutions.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Carlos Domacasse, 4Front Diller Program Coordinator
- Stephanie Ziman, Director of Inclusion & Ability
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Jewish Community Center-ece Dept?
Jewish Community Center-ece Dept famous alumni include: Carlos Domacasse, 4Front Diller Program Coordinator and Stephanie Ziman, Director of Inclusion & Ability.
What is Jewish Community Center-ece Dept's ranking?
Jewish Community Center-ece Dept ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Jewish Community Center-ece Dept?
The application deadline for Jewish Community Center-ece Dept is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Jewish Community Center-ece Dept is Baltimore School Of Independent Learners (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Shafer Center For Early Intervention- The (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Beth-el (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Beth-el
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
11500 Cronridge Drive
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 581-0017
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 581-0017
0.4 miles
Gr: K | 8 students
Shafer Center For Early Intervention- The
Special Education School
11500 Cronridge Dr Suite 130
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 517-1113
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 517-1113
0.4 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 19 students
Baltimore School Of Independent Learners
Special Program Emphasis
11400 Cronridge Dr Ste H
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 484-0130
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 484-0130
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 24 students
11251 Dolfield Blvd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 394-3760
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 394-3760
1.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 165 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Darchei Noam
Montessori School (Jewish)
2905 Walnut Ave
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 413-1426
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 413-1426
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 112 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Baltimore School Of Independent Learners
Special Program Emphasis
11400 Cronridge Dr Ste H
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 484-0130
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 484-0130
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 24 students
11251 Dolfield Blvd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 394-3760
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 394-3760
1.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 165 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
300 Garrison Forest Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 559-3111
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 559-3111
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 512 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition listed
Bais Yaakov School For Girls
All-girls (Jewish)
11111 Park Heights Ave
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 363-3300
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 363-3300
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,537 students
11 Celadon Rd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 653-2700
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 653-2700
2.8 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 453 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Shafer Center For Early Intervention- The
Special Education School
11500 Cronridge Dr Suite 130
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 517-1113
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 517-1113
0.4 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 19 students
Baltimore School Of Independent Learners
Special Program Emphasis
11400 Cronridge Dr Ste H
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 484-0130
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 484-0130
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 24 students
11251 Dolfield Blvd
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 394-3760
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(443) 394-3760
1.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 165 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Darchei Noam
Montessori School (Jewish)
2905 Walnut Ave
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 413-1426
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 413-1426
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 112 students
Torah Institute
All-boys (Jewish)
35 Rosewood Ln
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 654-3500
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 654-3500
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 700 students Acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Beth-el
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
11500 Cronridge Drive
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 581-0017
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 581-0017
0.4 miles
Gr: K | 8 students
Darchei Noam
Montessori School (Jewish)
2905 Walnut Ave
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 413-1426
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 413-1426
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 112 students
Torah Institute
All-boys (Jewish)
35 Rosewood Ln
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 654-3500
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 654-3500
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 700 students Acceptance rate listed
St. Thomas Parish Day School
Daycare / Preschool
232 Saint Thomas Lane
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 363-1874
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 363-1874
2.1 miles
Gr: NS | 45 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Reistertown Bapt Ch Day Care
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
25 E Chestnut Hill Lane
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 833-5529
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 833-5529
2.2 miles
Gr: K | 7 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Laytonsville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21401 Laytonsville Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
9258.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rosa M. Parks Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19200 Olney Mill Rd
Olney, MD 20832
(240) 740-3300
Olney, MD 20832
(240) 740-3300
9259.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 863 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3336 Gold Mine Rd
Brookeville, MD 20833
(240) 740-3420
Brookeville, MD 20833
(240) 740-3420
9259.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 534 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
19528 Olney Mill Rd
Olney, MD 20832
(240) 740-5705
Olney, MD 20832
(240) 740-5705
9259.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Brooke Grove Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Spartan Rd
Olney, MD 20832
(240) 722-1800
Olney, MD 20832
(240) 722-1800
9259.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
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