Valley Beth Shalom Harold M. Schulweis Day School, a K-6 Solomon Schechter elementary school, offers a superior education and enriching foundation for life`s journey.
Students thrive in an environment that focuses on academic excellence, strong Jewish values, a dynamic community, and personal growth.
Students reach their learning potential guided by talented teachers through individual learning approaches and small group instruction.
Established in 1978, VBS Day School has more than 40 years of experience.
Affiliated with the Solomon Schecter Day School Association, VBS has a rich history and a unique community fostered by the involvement of parents, VBS rabbis and cantors, and a thriving synagogue that engages the entire family in Jewish life.
Upon commencement, VBS Day School students have attained much more than a high quality education.
They have discovered an academic, emotional, and spiritual basis for life`s journey as it continues beyond secondary school and into adulthood showing that they can make a difference in the world.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Yearly Tuition: $26,450
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
243 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
19 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$26,450
Tuition Notes
1,250 New Student Fee
125 Parent Org Dues
125 Student Material Fee
Synagogue Membership (approximately $3,000)
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
Admissions Director
Tal Barak
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
artcooking
dramakarate
sports
School Notes
- Our mission is to empower each child to reach his/her potential as a confident, skilled, and passionate learner with a strong Jewish identity. Exceptional, forward-thinking academic general and Judaic studies programs emphasize inquiry, critical thinking, and creativity while instilling Jewish ethics, values, spirituality, a personal connection to Israel, and a strong sense of social responsibility. Embraced by a nurturing and dynamic community, our students build a foundation that fosters academic achievement, celebrates the joy of Jewish life, and cultivates a desire to make a difference in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Valley Beth Shalom Day School cost?
Valley Beth Shalom Day School's tuition is approximately $26,450 for private students.
What sports does Valley Beth Shalom Day School offer?
Valley Beth Shalom Day School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Valley Beth Shalom Day School?
The application deadline for Valley Beth Shalom Day School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
5 1/17/2026
Valley Beth Shalom Day School has truly become a second home for our family. Two of our children have graduated, and we currently have a child in 4th grade. Over the years, the school has continued to grow and improve in so many ways.For anyone looking for an elementary school with a strong sense of community, caring teachers, and a commitment to excellence, I highly recommend Valley Beth Shalom Day School.
5 12/20/2025
Valley Beth Shalom Day School has been so much more than just a school for our family - it has been the most incredible and meaningful community we could have ever hoped for.My daughter is an alumna of VBSDS, and watching the way she now carries herself through public middle school with confidence, pride, and a strong sense of self, I know so much of that foundation was built during her elementary years here.My fourth-grade son has also grown tremendously in his confidence and the way he thinks. He asks the most clever, thoughtful questions and often shares insights that make me forget he's only nine.In addition to the amazing education both of my children received, they also developed a genuine love for playing sports and how to be a good team player at VBSDS and, just as importantly, formed friendships that I truly believe will last a lifetime - friendships that often feel more like chosen family than classmates.We are endlessly grateful to be part of this community and for the role it has played in shaping who our children are becoming.
5 12/20/2025
VBS Day School is our second home! We spent over 10 years at the Day School and loved every minute. The community is so warm and welcoming. Some of the closest friends I've made are from VBS. Now that my kids are in middle and high school I can say that VBSDS definitely prepared them for the next steps in their educational journey. VBSDS taught them to ask questions, think critically, be leaders in the classroom or on the field, and just to be kind humans. When considering a school for your child that instills Jewish values, love of Israel and how to be a true mensch, look no further than VBSDS.
5 10/20/2015
VBS Day School provides the very best education for my child! He is thriving in his kindergarten class and comes home excited to return to school each day. The dual curriculum and Hebrew immersion style of teaching are so outstanding! I continue to be impressed by VBSDS each day and know I made the right decision!
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