Gesher Jewish Day School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked VA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Yearly Tuition: $29,250
Acceptance rate: 56%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Gesher Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Reading Specialist, Speech Therapist

Year Founded

1982

Campus Size

28 acres

School Motto

Gesher Jewish Day School provides a rigorous education rooted in Jewish values and prepares students to live meaningful Jewish lives.

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
State or regional independent school association
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$29,250

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Acceptance Rate

56%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Taylor May

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

and moreStudent yearbook club

School Notes

Gesher Jewish Day School is a welcoming, pluralistic community where children of varied practices and approaches to Judaism come together to learn and where responsibility for self, caring for others and stewardship of the environment. We are committed to providing educational excellence and an individualized approach to learning within a nurturing and exciting environment.
The mission of Gesher Jewish Day School is to inspire our students to: *Be passionate about learning
Practice justice, kindness, and respect
Aspire to a life guided by Jewish values, Torah, and community
To achieve this mission, Gesher challenges students to think critically and creatively and to acquire the skills they will need for tomorrow through a stimulating and integrated curriculum of general and Jewish studies.

Gesher Jewish Day School is a welcoming, pluralistic community where children of varied practices and approaches to Judaism come together to learn and where responsibility for self, caring for others and stewardship of the environment. We are committed to providing educational excellence and an individualized approach to learning within a nurturing and exciting environment.
The mission ofGesher Jewish Day Schoolis to inspire our students to:
Be passionate about learning
Practice justice, kindness, and respect
Aspire to a life guided by Jewish values, Torah, and community
To achieve this mission, Gesher challenges students to think critically and creatively and to acquire the skills they will need for tomorrow through a stimulating and integrated curriculum of general and Jewish studies.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gesher Jewish Day School cost?

Gesher Jewish Day School's tuition is approximately $29,250 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Gesher Jewish Day School?

The acceptance rate of Gesher Jewish Day School is 56%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. Gesher Jewish Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Virginia with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Gesher Jewish Day School offer?

Gesher Jewish Day School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.

What is Gesher Jewish Day School's ranking?

Gesher Jewish Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for Gesher Jewish Day School?

The application deadline for Gesher Jewish Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Fairfax, VA is $17,616 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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