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#119 of 202 private schools in CT
Solomon Schechter Day School
Elementary School
26 BUENA VISTA RD, West Hartford, CT 06107
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#119 of 202
In West Hartford
#9 of 11
public schools
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Solomon Schechter Day School
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About Solomon Schechter Day School
Solomon Schechter Day School is a private elementary school in West Hartford, CT. Solomon Schechter Day School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Solomon Schechter Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Solomon Schechter Day School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Solomon Schechter Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Solomon Schechter 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
BetaHow Solomon Schechter Day School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in West Hartford, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Solomon Schechter Day School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Sedgwick Middle School | 7.6 |
| Braeburn School | 8.8 |
| Duffy School | 8.0 |
| Webster Hill School | 8.5 |
| Bugbee School | 9.1 |
| Wolcott School | 8.1 |
| Morley School | 7.5 |
| Smith School | 8.5 |
| Whiting Lane School | 9.3 |
| Charter Oak International Academy | 7.0 |
| Bristow Middle School | 7.2 |
| Norfeldt School | 9.1 |
| King Philip Middle School | 8.2 |
| Aiken School | 8.4 |
| University of Hartford Magnet School | 3.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 CT.
Data Unavailable
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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 CT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
26 BUENA VISTA RD, West Hartford, CT 06107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solomon Schechter Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whiting Lane School (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bugbee School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Norfeldt School (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Hartford, see our West Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sedgwick Middle School West Hartford | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Braeburn School West Hartford | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Duffy School West Hartford | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Conard High School West Hartford | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER HARTFORD West Hartford | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Webster Hill School West Hartford | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Bugbee School West Hartford | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Wolcott School West Hartford | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| KINGSWOOD OXFORD SCHOOL West Hartford | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE West Hartford | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Morley School West Hartford | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| RENBROOK SCHOOL West Hartford | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Anna Reynolds School Newington | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Smith School West Hartford | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Whiting Lane School West Hartford | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Norfeldt School West Hartford | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| INTENSIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY IN West Hartford | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Irving A. Robbins Middle School Farmington | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Charter Oak International Academy West Hartford | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Hall High School West Hartford | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$167,659
Median Home Value
$455,700
Median Rent
$1,839/mo
Population
20,423
College Educated
76.3%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
40.9
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| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury, CT | 6.1 |
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| TALCOTT MOUNTAIN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICS Avon, CT | 6.1 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilton, CT | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Solomon Schechter Day School
What grades does Solomon Schechter Day School serve?
Solomon Schechter Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Solomon Schechter Day School?
Solomon Schechter Day School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter Day School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Solomon Schechter Day School rank in CT?
Solomon Schechter Day School ranks #119 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Solomon Schechter Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Solomon Schechter Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Solomon Schechter Day School a private school?
Yes, Solomon Schechter 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 Solomon Schechter Day School a religious school?
Solomon Schechter Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hartford County
- Phone
- (860) 561-0700
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