Jewish Community Day School (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

The mission of Jewish Community Day School (JCDS) is to instill a love of learning invigorated by empowering academics.
JCDS is rooted in Jewish tradition, fostering spirituality (emunah), dedication to repair our world (tikkun olam) and commitment to the entire Jewish people (k`lal Yisrael).
JCDS is a nurturing school where families of all backgrounds are welcomed and children are prepared for their futures.
At JCDS we ensure that:.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 108 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,160
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Jewish Community Day School
Nursery	40
Pre-K	7
Kind	14
1	10
2	12
3	7
4	6
5	6
6	6

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Year Founded

1996

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

108 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

10 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

uniform of Khaki bottoms and white or forest green tops.

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,160

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid Available; PK/K tuition $12,085

Admissions Director

Eliza Weiss

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Nordic Skiing

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

DramaJump Rope

Math Club

Club or Organization:

ArtComputers

Student CouncilStudy Hall

Volunteerism

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirVoice Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

P.E.Running

School Notes

Students become inquiring, capable youth, who are passionate lifelong learners
Teachers are dedicated to best educational practices
Families are engaged in their children's academic achievement and holistic development
Ethics and morals of our students are nurtured through commitment to Jewish values
Positive connections to the language, land, culture, and people of the State of Israel are created
Children are primed for full participation in our global society.

Founded and supported by community leaders who care deeply about the Jewish life of the city, we strive to balance research-based, challenging academics with an enriching and thought-provoking Jewish Studies program. In so doing, we`ve created a personally, intellectually, and spiritually stimulating environment that helps our students develop as scholars and as leaders. While our general studies programs will teach students what questions to ask and how to find answers, our Jewish studies program can help students discover why those questions should be asked. The net result is nothing less than the ability to live an enriched and meaningful life while succeeding in whatever environment the child chooses when they have graduated from our program.
Our students are talented artists, enjoy athletic pursuit and games, and excel at creative play. Our talented faculty excel at finding ways to connect academic standards to the real world, whether through helping students study Louisiana coastlines, having thoughtful discussion of the Torah, or building a cafe out of cardboard boxes where students can learn about about math by adding up a classmate`s "bill."We are a community school. In the context of Jewish day schools, this means that we are pluralistic, welcoming families affiliated with all streams of Judaism, as well as those who are unaffiliated. A diversity of beliefs and practices makes us more reflective about our own beliefs and practices, strengthening our identity and preparing us to navigate the world writ large.JCDS welcomes families of all backgrounds who seek a nurturing and challenging academic environment rooted in Jewish values. We are nestled among a corridor of historic Jewish institutions on West Esplanade Ave. in Metairie, Louisiana, within the Goldring-Woldenberg Jewish Community Campus.I encourage you to schedule a visit to the Jewish Community Day School of Greater New Orleans, whether you`re considering sending a child to our Reggio-inspired Green Preschool, our Pre-K through sixth grade Day School program--or even if you`re simply interested in learning more about how our school contributes to the Jewish life of the community. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus!

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sally Bronston - Producer for the NBC Meet the Press
- Adam Gold - NYC-based comedy producer
- Alex Kaufman - Pro and Collegiate Scouting Coordinator for the New Orleans Pelicans

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jewish Community Day School cost?

Jewish Community Day School's tuition is approximately $15,160 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Jewish Community Day School?

Jewish Community Day School famous alumni include: Sally Bronston, Adam Gold and Alex Kaufman.

What sports does Jewish Community Day School offer?

Jewish Community Day School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Nordic Skiing.

When is the application deadline for Jewish Community Day School?

The application deadline for Jewish Community Day School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Metairie, LA is $9,660 for elementary schools and $9,824 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Metairie, LA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).