Below Average
#196 of 202 private schools in CT
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy
Elementary School
261 DERBY AVE, Orange, CT 06477
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
103.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
103.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#196 of 202
In Orange
#4 of 4
public schools
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Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy
Elementary School in Orange · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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Amity Middle School: Orange
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About Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy is a private elementary school in Orange, CT. Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 103.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy 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.
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy runs 103.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy 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 Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Orange, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy (this school) | 4.2 |
| Amity Middle School: Orange | 8.0 |
| Race Brook School | 7.3 |
| Mary L. Tracy School | 5.1 |
| Turkey Hill School | 8.4 |
| Peck Place School | 8.4 |
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.
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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
261 DERBY AVE, Orange, CT 06477
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beecher Road School (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Turkey Hill School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peck Place School (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAIS CHANA ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Orange | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Amity Middle School: Orange Orange | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Race Brook School Orange | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Mary L. Tracy School Orange | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Orange | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Beecher Road School Woodbridge | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
| EZRA ACADEMY Woodbridge | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School West Haven | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Forest School West Haven | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Turkey Hill School Orange | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Peck Place School Orange | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Washington School West Haven | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| HOPKINS SCHOOL New Haven | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Engineering - Science University Magnet School West Haven | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Davis Academy for Arts & Design Innovation New Haven | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL ORANGE Orange | 2.5 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL West Haven | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Orange | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF MONTESSORI Woodbridge | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mauro-Sheridan Magnet School New Haven | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06477 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,625
Median Home Value
$466,800
Median Rent
$2,016/mo
Population
14,251
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy
What grades does Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy serve?
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy?
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy is 103.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy rank in CT?
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy ranks #196 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy a private school?
Yes, Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy 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 Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy a religious school?
Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Gender Split
- 94% M / 6% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 103.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 795-5261
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