The Melvin J. Berman Hebrew Academy, referred to locally as Berman or The Hebrew Academy, is a coed Modern Orthodox Jewish day school serving the greater Washington area.
It is in Aspen Hill, Maryland, with a Rockville postal address.
The school has grades from Pre-K to 12. It was founded in 1944.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
She'arim High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1944
Colors
White, Blue, Orange
Student Body
Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is She'arim High School's ranking?
She'arim High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for She'arim High School?
The application deadline for She'arim High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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