Maimonides Hebrew Day School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 28 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,950
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Maimonides Hebrew Day School
Nursery	4
Pre-K	9
Kind	5
1	1
2	1
3	2
5	2
8	4

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Year Founded

2001

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Student Body

Total Students

28 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

58%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

simple uniforms gr K -6

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,950

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Tuition Notes

Step-Up School Choice Gardnier McKay AAA Early School Readiness and VPK scholarships available

% on Financial Aid

78%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,000

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Rabbi Y Minkowicz

Admissions Associate

Linda Stewart

Application URL

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School Notes

Maimonides Hebrew Day School (MHDS) is the only Jewish educational facility in southwest Florida that offers a complete full time (or part time) learning experience for children and families.
The school offers a dual curriculum with expanded courses of study, individualizes lessons and curriculums in all aspects of Hebrew, Judaic Studies and English/secular subject areas that follow the New Core Curriculum and Florida State Standards.
MHDS accommodates all the diverse levels of a families' Jewish faith observance.
A full day integrates exemplary instruction in both Hebrew and English listening and speaking, phonics & grammar, reading, and writing. Judaic studies of Torah, Chumash, Parashas, History, Holidays, Bruchas and Meddos are age and grade appropriate.
Math, Science, and Social Studies, are complimented with Art, Music, and PE. The new facility is equipped with the latest in technology and materials.

MHDS alsohas a licensed & certified Child Care Center - the only Jewish Early Readiness and FREE VPK (Voluntary Pre-K for 4 year olds) Center in southwest Florida. Early Readiness and Step-up or AAA are scholarship programs to assist families that are currently dealing with the economic downturn that has overtaken southwest Florida. Rabbi Minkowicz and Lynda Stewart are working with families to find resources to help with the cost of tuition. Efforts will be made to seek out resources and assist families with the desire to provide their children with a quality Jewish education. Maimonides is licensed and certified to accept McKay and Gardnier Scholarships for students already identified and qualified for special services and needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Maimonides Hebrew Day School cost?

Maimonides Hebrew Day School's tuition is approximately $12,950 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Maimonides Hebrew Day School?

The acceptance rate of Maimonides Hebrew Day School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

When is the application deadline for Maimonides Hebrew Day School?

The application deadline for Maimonides Hebrew Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 3/16/2017

My son attended this school for kindergarten several years ago, and we were extremely pleased. The adminstration really cares about the school and the students. Morah Sheina was one of the best teachers I have encountered so far and I will be forever greatful my son was able to get a great start in his Jewish education.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Monica Haddad

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Fort Myers, FL is $12,586 for elementary schools and $13,995 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Fort Myers, FL is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).