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Solomon Schechter Day School

125 Wells Ave
Newton Center, MA 02459
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
  • Yearly Tuition: $39,700
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
399 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Solomon Schechter Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Together, we create a Jewish educational experience in which each student will be known, belong, be engaged, be inspired and be prepared.
  • 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

How much does Solomon Schechter Day School cost?
Solomon Schechter Day School's tuition is approximately $39,700 for private students.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $39,700
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, MA is $28,326 for elementary schools and $48,008 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Middlesex County, MA is 59% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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