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#638 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 36% of private schools

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School

Elementary School

17701 DEVONSHIRE ST, Northridge, CA 91325

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#638 of 1,787

In Northridge

#5 of 9

public schools

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About Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School is a private elementary school in Northridge, CA. Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #638 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts above CA schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Northridge, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

5.5:1

This School

22.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

340

This School

629

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

7.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School Northridge Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School (this school)	—	340	5.5:1	6.7
Andasol Avenue Elementary	0.4 mi	397	19.9:1	6.8
Darby Avenue Elementary	0.9 mi	390	20.5:1	8.4
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary	1.2 mi	682	25.3:1	9.1
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy	1.6 mi	519	21.6:1	8.3
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle	1.6 mi	871	20.7:1	8.2
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies	1.7 mi	604	23.2:1	8.8
Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies	1.7 mi	599	25:1	9.2
Calahan Street Elementary	1.9 mi	457	21.8:1	5.8
Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle	1.9 mi	1,839	23.3:1	8.7
Northridge Middle	2.4 mi	724	15.1:1	6.5
Magnolia Science Academy 7	2.7 mi	280	31.1:1	6.6
Napa Street Elementary	2.7 mi	433	20.6:1	5.5
Lorne Street Elementary	2.9 mi	387	21.5:1	6.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

A 9.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,249.6

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 1.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 340

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

17701 DEVONSHIRE ST, Northridge, CA 91325

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Darby Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School Northridge	0.0 mi	330	—
GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Northridge	0.1 mi	54	7.8
Granada Hills Charter Granada Hills	0.3 mi	6,014	8.6
Andasol Avenue Elementary Northridge	0.4 mi	397	6.8
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY ACADEMY Northridge	0.5 mi	95	6.8
San Fernando Valley Academy Northridge	0.5 mi	123	—
CASA MONTESSORI Northridge	0.5 mi	15	—
Patrick Henry Middle Granada Hills	0.5 mi	1,039	7.4
Northpoint School and Intensive Outpatient Northridge	0.9 mi	28	—
NORTHPOINT SCHOOL & INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM Northridge	0.9 mi	38	7.7
Northridge Academy High Northridge	0.9 mi	916	6.6
Granada Elementary Granada Hills	0.9 mi	350	6.1
Darby Avenue Elementary Northridge	0.9 mi	390	8.4
Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences Granada Hills	1.0 mi	794	7.5
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Northridge	1.1 mi	191	5.8
Dubnoff School Northridge	1.3 mi	70	—
Highland Hall Waldorf School Northridge	1.2 mi	210	—
HIGHLAND HALL WALDORF SCHOOL Northridge	1.2 mi	180	7.9
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge	1.2 mi	682	9.1
Serenity Kids Academy Granada Hills	1.4 mi	15	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,602

Median Home Value

$900,200

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

35,116

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School

What grades does Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School serve?

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School?

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School rank in CA?

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School ranks #638 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School a private school?

Yes, Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School a religious school?

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 70 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 340
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 62
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (818) 368-5781

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