Torah Academy vs. Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School
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School Overview
School
Torah AcademyElementary school
Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day SchoolElementary school
Top Rankings
Torah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
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Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School is the Twin Cities' K-8 independent school of choice for families who are looking for academic excellence in general, Hebrew, and Jewish studies.
Heilicher prepares students to be ethical decision-makers, powerful self-advocates, and lifelong learners and leaders.
Heilicher is a place for intellectual and spiritual growth. When you enroll your child at Heilicher, you instantly have a partner dedicated to providing a solid foundation for academic success, love of learning, and commitment to community. You will be home at Heilicher.
Grades Offered
NS-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
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Year Founded
1945
1984
Students Body
Total Students
313 students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
4%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
47
-
Pre-K Students
22
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Kindergarten Students
33
24
Grade 1 Students
31
16
Grade 2 Students
19
20
Grade 3 Students
33
21
Grade 4 Students
15
29
Grade 5 Students
38
18
Grade 6 Students
30
12
Grade 7 Students
18
19
Grade 8 Students
27
12
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
31 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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56%
Average Class Size
15
20
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
6:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(detailed uniform requirements available on request)
(detailed uniform requirements available on request)
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jun. 15 / rolling
Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$11,600
$22,400
Tuition Notes
depends on age/grade level
K-5: $22,400
6-8: $24,000 (including overnight trips)
About two-thirds of Heilicher families receive financial aid
% on Financial Aid
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67%
Acceptance Rate
90%
90%
Admissions Director
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Deborah Getsug
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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6
Extracurriculars
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8
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Arts and CraftsChess
Lego RoboticsTheater
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Direct Access To Sabes JCCSports