Solomon Schechter Day School
The Solomon Schechter Day School is a premier Jewish day school that nurtures self-discovery through an innovative and engaging curriculum.
We ignite a spark in students for Jewish learning and a love of Israel while fostering a caring, collaborative and joyful community. At Schechter, every child is known and loved.
Schechter offers free busing to areas including Brookline, Cambridge, Framingham, Lexington, Natick, Needham, Sharon, Stoughton, Waltham and Wellesley.
We are accepting applications for children from 15 months through 8th grade. After 56 years of educating children, the legacy of blending tradition and innovation combined with academic excellence remains the hallmark of the Solomon Schechter Day School.
Come see for yourself why there is no place like Schechter! www.ssdsboston.org.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 414 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Solomon Schechter Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild-to-moderate learning differences
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
414 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
% on Financial Aid
52%
Admissions Director
Shira Strosberg
School Notes
- The Solomon Schechter Day School is a premier Jewish day school that nurtures self-discovery through an innovative and engaging curriculum. We ignite a spark in students for Jewish learning and a love of Israel while fostering a caring, collaborative and joyful community. At Schechter, every child is known and loved.
- Schechter offers free busing to areas including Brookline, Cambridge, Framingham, Lexington, Natick, Needham, Sharon, Stoughton, Waltham and Wellesley. We are accepting applications for children from 15 months through 8th grade.
- After 56 years of educating children, the legacy of blending tradition and innovation combined with academic excellence remains the hallmark of the Solomon Schechter Day School.
- Come see for yourself why there is no place like Schechter!
- www.ssdsboston.org
Source: Verified school update
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