The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County (Closed 2018)

The Jewish Academy is the only Jewish Day School in Suffolk County. Our exciting approach to education, with a strong emphasis on excellence in all academics, has created an enviable reputation for the JA in a short period of time.Our students learn about their beautiful Jewish heritage and Hebrew as a spoken language, while our individualized, rigorous academic approach helps them develop their full potential in a dual curriculum.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2004

Student Body

Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Chaya Teldon
Admissions Associate
Diana Aybar

School Notes

  • A walk through the halls of the JA will immediately impress you with the creativity of our faculty and student body. At the JA, our talented teachers, take great pride in their work, and their dedication shines through every day. Our goal is to well prepare your child for a life of learning and accomplishments, while growing to appreciate the richness of their Jewish identity. We are a STEM school, combined with a focus on Jewish values and character development. We are proud of our UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS with Stony Brook University, Touro Law School, and Cold Spring Harbor DNA Labs
  • We help developthe tools your child will need, to grow into a person you will be proud of. The Jewish Academy reaches out to and teaches every Jewish girl and boy equally.The Jewish Academy embodies a total non-judgmental acceptance of every Jew. The JA parent/student body represents an eclectic mosaic of families from across the full Jewish spectrum, weaving ever tighter, the fabric of the Jewish community.
  • Every child in America needs 21st century knowledge and skills to succeed as effective citizens, workers and leaders in the 21st century. There is a profound gap between the knowledge and skills most students learn in school and the knowledge and skills they need in typical 21st century communities and workplaces.
  • Learning and innovation skills increasingly are being recognized as the skills that separate students who are prepared for increasingly complex life and work environments in the 21st century, and those who are not. A focus on creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration is essential to prepare students for the future.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County cost?
The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County's tuition is approximately $10,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County?
The acceptance rate of The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
When is the application deadline for The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County?
The application deadline for The Jewish Academy of Suffolk County is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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