Tucson Jewish Community Center

At the JCC's Early Childhood Education (ECE) Department your child embarks on a journey into the world of discovery and learning, wonder and excitement, spiritual growth and social development within a nurturing Jewish environment.
We provide an enriching, multi-faceted early childhood education program for children from six weeks of age through kindergarten.
Highly skilled teachers guide each child throughout the day to provide a developmentally appropriate program that emphasizes socialization skills, basic values and cognitive development.
The JCC offers a rich selection of classes, programs, clubs, lectures and discussion groups for our adult members and friends.
Programs such as "Young at Heart,” “Current Events,” and “Music, Memories & Mishegoss” attract between 20-40 participants weekly.

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Top Rankings

Tucson Jewish Community Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
375 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Tucson Jewish Community Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • At the JCC's Early Childhood Education (ECE) Department your child embarks on a journey into the world of discovery and learning, wonder and excitement, spiritual growth and social development within a nurturing Jewish environment. We provide an enriching, multi-faceted early childhood education program for children from six weeks of age through kindergarten. Highly skilled teachers guide each child throughout the day to provide a developmentally appropriate program that emphasizes socialization skills, basic values and cognitive development. The JCC offers a rich selection of classes, programs, clubs, lectures and discussion groups for our adult members and friends. Programs such as "Young at Heart,” “Current Events,” and “Music, Memories & Mishegoss” attract between 20-40 participants weekly.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Tucson Jewish Community Center's ranking?
Tucson Jewish Community Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Tucson Jewish Community Center?
The application deadline for Tucson Jewish Community Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tucson Jewish Community Center located?
Tucson Jewish Community Center is located in the Mehl neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in Mehl.

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The average private school tuition in Tucson, AZ is $10,458 for elementary schools and $16,464 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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