Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School

The Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School is a vibrant community Jewish day school filled with joy,rooted in core Jewish values, and devoted to academic excellence.
Serving the Knoxville Jewish Community,our families are diverse in their beliefs, affiliations and observances; we work together to create a welcomingcommunity based upon mutual respect and shared values.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
2006

Student Body

Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Tuition Notes
KJDS has a financial aid program based purely on need. If a family qualifies they will be awarded financial aid.
Admissions Director
Miriam Esther Wilhelm

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Coding Club, Odyessy of the Mind

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Classes, Drama Program, Music Classes

Recreational Athletic Programs:
PE classes taught by CrossFit coach

School Notes

  • The Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School'mission is to provide students with a rigorous academic program, in a joyous atmosphere, rooted in core Jewish values. Our secret to excellence is a combination of superb teachers, kind and caring culture and progressive curriculum that challenges students to reach their fullest potential.
  • Supported by our warm KJDS school culture, students and teachers feel comfortable taking risks and pushing past their comfort zone. A KJDS will participate in experiences that will enhance and mold their character and ambitions. Whether it be the school play, STEAM into Service project, Project based learning units, or DC trip, students social-emotional needs are addressed alongside their academic needs. It's hard to describe the magic of KJDS in words. Please visit our website, KJDS.org, watch our videos and come by for a visit.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School often compared to?
Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Cathedral School by visitors of our site.
What is Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School's ranking?
Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School?
The application deadline for Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

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KJDS was a second home to my son and is not a second home to my daughter. It is probably the best decision I will ever make about their education because it established for my son and is establishing for my daughter a love of learning that is priceless and that runs deep. There is just no better elementary school our there if you want your kids to learn amazing amounts, be loved and respected completely, and look forward to school every single day. I just can't say enough about this wonderful school.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Knoxville, TN is $7,888 for elementary schools and $8,629 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Knoxville, TN is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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