Keshet Elmentary

Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago, where students and teachers share a deep love of learning and a zest for Jewish life.
At Schechter, children receive an outstanding general and Judaic studies education in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Academic classes in science, history, English, math, Hebrew and Judaica are enriched with creative opportunities in art, music, technology, dance, drama and athletics.
Our dual curriculum program serves 900+ students in kindergarten through eighth grade on two campuses.
I invite you to come and visit our school to experience the gift of a Schechter education.
Schechter is committed to the philosophy and practices espoused by Conservative Judaism and strives to maintain a close relationship with the rabbis, synagogues, youth organizations, schools, camps and other agencies of the Conservative Movement.
Schechter warmly welcomes families who are affiliated with all branches of Judaism.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-8
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8

Student Body

Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Keshet Elmentary Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Keshet Elmentary?
The application deadline for Keshet Elmentary is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 2-8
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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