Fostering academic excellence through individual attention while developing strong Jewish values and identities. Community Preschool and Kindergarten, Jewish Day School grades 1-8.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
152 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School?
The application deadline for Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School located?
Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School is located in the East Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in East Hyde Park.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School is Futureworld Nfp (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Thomas The Apostle (0.6 miles away)
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Grades
Students
Grades: K-9 | 54 students 0.4 miles 1744 E 55th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(312) 719-4907
Chicago, IL 60615
(312) 719-4907
0.4
K-9
54
Grades: PK-8 | 181 students 0.6 miles 5467 S Woodlawn Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 667-1142
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 667-1142
0.6
PK-8
181
Grades: PK-8 | 215 students 0.7 miles 4770 S Dorchester Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 924-2356
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 924-2356
0.7
PK-8
215
Grades: PK-7 | 75 students 0.7 miles 1100 E Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 879-0285
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 879-0285
0.7
PK-7
75
Grades: PK-12 | 2,224 students 1 miles 1362 E 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-9450
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-9450
1
PK-12
2,224
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