Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy in Orange, CT serves 174 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school has a Jewish religious orientation and offers regular elementary and secondary education.
With one teacher, the student–teacher ratio at Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy is 174:1.
The student body includes approximately 3% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
As a suburb–based private school in Orange, CT, Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy provides education from early childhood to middle school grades.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
174 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy?
The application deadline for Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy is Bais Chana Academy High School For Girls (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hopkins School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (2.3 miles away)
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Bais Chana Academy High School For Girls
All-girls (Jewish)
261 Derby Ave
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5261
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5261
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 55 students
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(203) 795-5575
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-5575
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(203) 397-1001
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(203) 397-1001
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Special Education School
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(203) 795-6075
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 795-6075
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Gr: 1-11 | 21 students
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Special Education School
339 Boston Post Rd
Orange, CT 64773
(203) 882-8810
Orange, CT 64773
(203) 882-8810
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 69 students
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