The mission of the Hebrew Academy is to imbue all students with a love of G-d, Torah and Eretz Yisroel and to prepare them to achieve excellence in Torah and general knowledge based on successful cooperation among family, Judaic and general studies faculty and community.
Charted by the state of Ohio, the Academy provides an intensive Judaic and secular studies curriculum from early childhood through high school.
The Academy's comprehensive curriculum is designed to meet the various needs of the student body and has set national standards.
The focus of our award-winning faculty is not limited to teaching the curriculum; rather to teaching the child.
Character development, community service, intergenerational and enrichment programs are indispensable components of the Academy experience.
They reinforce the school's mission and serve to ignite the the minds and inspire the hearts of our youth.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,156 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,750
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
230 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,750
Tuition Notes
varies for different grade levels
% on Financial Aid
70%
Admissions Director
Rabbi M Hefter
Admissions Associate
Samantha Katzman
School Notes
- Clases are mixed boys and girls only through Kindergaten. The classes are separated (boys or girls) after that
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland cost?
Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland's tuition is approximately $10,750 for private students.
What schools are Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland often compared to?
Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland is often viewed alongside schools like Fuchs Mizrachi School by visitors of our site.
What is Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland's ranking?
Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland?
The application deadline for Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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