Sager Solomon Schechter Day School serves 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Solomon Schechter Day Schools (SSDS), the Alternative School Network and the National Independent Private Schools Association.
The student:teacher of Sager Solomon Schechter Day School is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Jewish.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sager Solomon Schechter Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
426 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
69 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
What is Sager Solomon Schechter Day School's ranking?
Sager Solomon Schechter Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sager Solomon Schechter Day School?
The application deadline for Sager Solomon Schechter Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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