Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School

Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School (Mandel JDS) is a Jewish community day school, embracing a wide spectrum of the community in terms of perspective and affiliation. While we understand the challenges inherent in a community, non-denominationally defined Jewish day school, we celebrate the richness of pluralism and the strength of diversity.
We believe that a community school is one in which Jewish students from all backgrounds and perspectives can learn from each other and celebrate our commonalities while understanding and appreciating our differences.
Jewish and general studies woven seamlessly together throughout the day have been the hallmark of Mandel JDS since its founding in 1969.
Mandel JDS continues to educate students from diverse Jewish backgrounds to be knowledgeable of their heritage while respecting differences of observance and thought within the Jewish community.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1969
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students
306 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Math ClubModel UN
Power of the PenStudent Council


Arts and Music Programs:
BandDrama

School Notes

  • Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School (Mandel JDS) is a Jewish community day school, embracing a wide spectrum of the community in terms of perspective and affiliation. While we understand the challenges inherent in a community, non-denominationally defined Jewish day school, we celebrate the richness of pluralism and the strength of diversity. We believe that a community school is one in which Jewish students from all backgrounds and perspectives can learn from each other and celebrate our commonalities while understanding and appreciating our differences. Jewish and general studies woven seamlessly together throughout the day have been the hallmark of The Mandel JDS since its founding in 1969. Agnon continues to educate students from diverse Jewish backgrounds to be knowledgeable of their heritage while respecting differences of observance and thought within the Jewish community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School offer?
Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School's ranking?
Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School?
The application deadline for Joseph And Florence Mandel Jewish Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of School for 2025-2026 (Events)
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School Parent Breakfast (Events)
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 28, 2025 (Friday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cuyahoga County, OH is $10,991 for elementary schools and $16,991 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cuyahoga County, OH is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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