Bornblum Solomon Schechter School provides an exceptional secular and Jewish education, fostering healthy personal growth, a love of learning, a lifelong commitment to Judaism and the development of strong moral values.
As a key institution of the Memphis Jewish community, the Bornblum Solomon Schechter School today provides a well-rounded secular and Judaic curriculum that prepares students from grade one through grade eight to become educated, passionate and committed Jews.
As BSSS looks to its future, it does so with expectations that it will continue to flourish and to strengthen its position as the best Jewish day school in the community and one of the premiere Jewish day schools in the United States.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
162 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bornblum Jewish Community School often compared to?
Bornblum Jewish Community School is often viewed alongside schools like Margolin Hebrew Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Bornblum Jewish Community School?
The application deadline for Bornblum Jewish Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bornblum Jewish Community School located?
Bornblum Jewish Community School is located in the Eastwood Manor neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other private schools located in Eastwood Manor.
School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
This is school could be improved in so many categories. Some of the teachers are not adept in controlling a class room. It is hard for the children to establish solid social skills because of the small grade sizes and lack of choices in friends. If you are considering this school for you child, I highly recommend looking elsewhere.
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