The Columbus Jewish Day School, founded in 1998, is a pluralistic community school, grades K-5.
At Columbus Jewish Day School, we exist to strengthen the Jewish community and the world by helping to develop thinking, feeling, centered, whole people. We do it by providing a rigorous academic experience. We do it by helping children discover their authentic selves and their value in the world. We do it by combining intellectual, spiritual, and emotional understanding with social responsibility and making our history relevant to our present and our future. Ours is a world of joy, creativity, critical thinking, and self-discovery. An environment where every child, every question, and every opinion has value, and each is treated with dignity and respect. We`d love to participate in the story of your child`s creation. We promise to give your child the foundation that he or she needs to add real value to relationships, life, and the world.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Yearly Tuition: $18,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
CJDS Polo Friday
CJDS Polo Friday
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$18,000
Tuition Notes
Scholarships available
Admissions Director
Jenny Glick
Admissions Associate
Kerry Selfinger
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Running Club, Tennis, Tzedakah Club
Chess Club, Running Club, Tennis, Tzedakah Club
School Notes
- At Columbus Jewish Day School, we exist to strengthen the Jewish community and the world by helping to develop thinking, feeling, centered, whole people. We do it by providing a rigorous academic experience.We do it by helping children discover their authentic selves and their value in the world. We do it by combining intellectual, spiritual, and emotional understanding with social responsibility and making our history relevant to our present and our future.Ours is a world of joy, creativity, critical thinking, and self-discovery. An environment where every child, every question, and every opinion has value, and each is treated with dignity and respect. We`d love to participate in the story of your child`s creation. We promise to give your child the foundation that he or she needs to add real value to relationships, life, and the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Columbus Jewish Day School cost?
Columbus Jewish Day School's tuition is approximately $18,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Columbus Jewish Day School?
The application deadline for Columbus Jewish Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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