Seattle Jewish Community School
- SJCS offers exceptional K 5th grade education which integrates: Academics Students gain foundational knowledge and build key study skills through our integrated curriculum of Language Arts, Social Studies, and STEAM subjects, Judaics and Hebrew Jewish Values and Tradition Each student develops his/her own moral compasses and individual Jewish identities by exploring Jewish history, culture, ritual and celebration.
- Social Emotional Learning Students develop tools to identify and communicate feelings, and to engage respectfully with each other and the world through school-wide, social skills practices.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Students: 65 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,800
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Seattle Jewish Community School places among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other religious school association(s) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Jewish |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-5 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1991 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 65 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% |
| Average Class Size | 13 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $20,800 |
| Tuition Notes | SJCS is committed to a fostering a socio-economically diverse student body, as well as making day school education accessible to all families. From its inception, SJCS has been committed to providing tuition assistance to families who qualify. All Jewish |
| % on Financial Aid | 70% |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Leah Gotz |
School Notes
- OUR APPROACH:
- Students learn skills and apply concepts through a wide range of engaging experiences and reflection.
- OUR STUDENTS:
- Students master academic skills, while developing internal motivation, independence, and resilience.
- OUR FAMILIES:
- SJCS is a welcoming and supportive community of Jewish families with diverse backgrounds, identifications, and practices.
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to Seattle Jewish Community School is The Polytech (0.7 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is North Seattle French School (0.0 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is St. Matthew Elementary School (0.3 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- SeattleNorth Seattle French SchoolSpecial Program EmphasisGrades: K-2 | 32 students
0 miles
12351 8th Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98125 0 K-2
32 - Seattle Grades: PK-8 | 198 students
0.3 miles
1230 NE 127th Street
Seattle, WA 98125
(206)362-2785 0.3 PK-8
198 - SeattleNorthgate KinderCareDaycare / PreschoolGrades: NS-PK
0.5 miles
11395 5th Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206)362-7164 0.5 NS-PK
n/a - SeattleHaller Lake Children's CenterDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 12 students
0.6 miles
13305 1st Avenue Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206)363-7122 0.6 PK-K
12 - Seattle Grades: 11-12 | 4 students
0.7 miles
540 NE Northgate Way, Suite D
Seattle, WA 98125
(206)557-4646 0.7 11-12
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