Solomon Schechter Day School serves 399 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the Solomon Schechter Day Schools (SSDS) and the Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE).
The student:teacher of Solomon Schechter Day School is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Jewish.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Solomon Schechter Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1961
Student Body
Total Students
399 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Our mission is to provide an outstanding education in English and Hebrew thatinspiresa love of learning, celebratesthe creativity and achievements of our children andnurtureslives rooted in Jewish tradition and Torah.We hope that our students will become self-confident, compassionate, practicing Jews and committed citizens who are prepared for the academic and social challenges of the modern world, and who are connected to the Jewish people and the land of Israel.Schechter’s rigorous academic program, dual language curriculum and Jewish values foster critical thinking and a strong sense of Jewish identity. At Schechter, every child is known and understood.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solomon Schechter Day School's ranking?
Solomon Schechter Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Solomon Schechter Day School?
The application deadline for Solomon Schechter Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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