Scranton Hebrew Day School serves 92 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools (NSHDS).
The student:teacher of Scranton Hebrew Day School is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Jewish.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Scranton Hebrew Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
92 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scranton Hebrew Day School's ranking?
Scranton Hebrew Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Scranton Hebrew Day School?
The application deadline for Scranton Hebrew Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Scranton Hebrew Day School is Beth Shalom Academy (0.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Beth Shalom Academy
Alternative School (Jewish)
1025 Vine St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 866-2216
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 866-2216
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 100 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
Bnos Yisroel Girls High School
All-girls (Jewish)
620 Monroe Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
0.1 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 7 students
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Daycare / Preschool
633-635 Quincy Ave.
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 344-4392
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 344-4392
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 6 students
Friendship House
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
School Reviews
5 1/6/2020
Great school for the most, especially the spelling.
5 1/31/2013
great experience. dedicated and professional teachers.
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