Excellent
#178 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
Contra Costa Jewish Day School
Elementary School
955 Risa Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
About Contra Costa Jewish Day School
Contra Costa Jewish Day School is an private elementary school in Lafayette, CA 94549. The school serves approximately 182 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 94.4th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (8.0/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $231,195, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 5 public schools in Lafayette, Contra Costa Jewish Day School rates higher overall (8.9 vs 7.1 average).
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BetaHow Contra Costa Jewish Day School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School (this school) | 8.9 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 6.5 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 7.3 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle | 6.6 |
| Springhill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Burton Valley Elementary | 6.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
955 Risa Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary Lafayette | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTER OF ARTS TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle Lafayette | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Campolindo High Moraga | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| St. Perpetua Lafayette | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| THE CHILD DAY SCHOOL - LAFAYETTE Lafayette | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Radiant Blossom Moraga | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| DIABLO VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Diablo Valley Montessori Lafayette | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| ORION ACADEMY Moraga | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Donald L. Rheem Elementary Moraga | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Glorietta Elementary Orinda | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE SPRINGSTONE SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| The Springstone School Lafayette | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Springhill Elementary Lafayette | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Orinda Intermediate Orinda | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Acalanes High Lafayette | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,195
Median Home Value
$1,968,500
Median Rent
$2,902/mo
Population
28,247
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| Brainard Elementary Lake View Terrace, CA | 8.9 |
| Bushnell Way Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette, CA | 8.9 |
| Gillispie School La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Contra Costa Jewish Day School
What grades does Contra Costa Jewish Day School serve?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Contra Costa Jewish Day School?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Contra Costa Jewish Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Contra Costa Jewish Day School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Contra Costa Jewish Day School rank in CA?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School is ranked #178 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Contra Costa Jewish Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Contra Costa Jewish Day School has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Contra Costa Jewish Day School a private school?
Yes, Contra Costa Jewish Day School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Contra Costa
- Phone
- (925) 284-8288
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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