Merrimack Valley Hebrew Academy in Lowell, MA serves 41 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a Jewish–affiliated, co–educational setting.
The school employs 7 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supporting small class sizes.
Located in a central city community, the academy offers elementary education with a special program emphasis.
The student body includes 8.33% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the enrollment.
Tuition aligns with local standards, consistent with the average private elementary school cost of approximately $4,700 in Lowell.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merrimack Valley Hebrew Academy?
The application deadline for Merrimack Valley Hebrew Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Merrimack Valley Hebrew Academy is Lowell Catholic (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Community Christian Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Community Christian Academy
(Christian)
105 Princeton Blvd
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lowell Catholic![Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds.]( "Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds.")
(Catholic)
530 Stevens St
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool
554 Pawtucket St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 125 students
41 Broadway St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 108 students Tuition listed
311 Adams St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 458-4232
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 458-4232
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 148 students Tuition listed
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