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#228 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 32% of private schools

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School

High School

1095 LAKE COOK RD, Deerfield, IL 60015

Private

Enrollment

147

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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#228 of 716

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Rochelle Zell Jewish High School

6.9/10

High School in Deerfield · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Alan B Shepard Middle School

9.4/10

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About Rochelle Zell Jewish High School

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School is a private high school in Deerfield, IL. Rochelle Zell Jewish High School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rochelle Zell Jewish High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.3 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 147 students, Rochelle Zell Jewish High 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Rochelle Zell Jewish High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rochelle Zell Jewish High 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 Rochelle Zell Jewish High School compares to the 7 public schools in Deerfield, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
This School
vs
10.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
147
This School
vs
592
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
9.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.6% vs 0%
Black 0.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.7% vs 0%
Rochelle Zell Jewish High School Deerfield Public Avg

All Schools in Deerfield

School Rating
Rochelle Zell Jewish High School (this school) 6.9
Alan B Shepard Middle School 9.4
South Park Elem School 9.4
Wilmot Elem School 9.5
Kipling Elem School 9.2
Charles J Caruso Middle School 9.4
Walden Elem School 9.4
Deerfield High School 9.6

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 IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,204
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 147
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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 IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 98.6%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1095 LAKE COOK RD, Deerfield, IL 60015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rochelle Zell Jewish High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hickory Point Elem School (rated 10.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shabonee School (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wood Oaks Jr High School (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Northbrook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deerfield, see our Deerfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Alan B Shepard Middle School Deerfield 0.7 mi 9.4
South Park Elem School Deerfield 0.8 mi 9.4
KESHET DAY SCHOOL Northbrook 0.9 mi
SAGER SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Northbrook 0.9 mi 7.4
KESHET ELMENTARY Northbrook 0.9 mi
CENTERVIEW THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Northbrook 1.0 mi
WYSPA DZIECI LEARNING CENTER Northbrook 1.0 mi
Hickory Point Elem School Northbrook 0.9 mi 10.0
Shabonee School Northbrook 1.2 mi 9.7
Wilmot Elem School Deerfield 1.2 mi 9.5
Kipling Elem School Deerfield 1.2 mi 9.2
Westmoor Elem School Northbrook 1.5 mi 9.4
Charles J Caruso Middle School Deerfield 1.5 mi 9.4
Walden Elem School Deerfield 1.9 mi 9.4
Greenbriar Elem School Northbrook 1.8 mi 9.4
Wescott Elementary School Northbrook 2.3 mi 9.6
Wood Oaks Jr High School Northbrook 2.1 mi 9.7
Sherwood Elem School Highland Park 1.9 mi 8.0
Field School Northbrook 2.4 mi 9.3
Deerfield High School Deerfield 2.5 mi 9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$186,786

Median Home Value

$602,700

Median Rent

$2,284/mo

Population

27,720

College Educated

80%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rochelle Zell Jewish High School

What grades does Rochelle Zell Jewish High School serve?

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Rochelle Zell Jewish High School?

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rochelle Zell Jewish High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rochelle Zell Jewish High School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rochelle Zell Jewish High School rank in IL?

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School ranks #228 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Rochelle Zell Jewish High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rochelle Zell Jewish High School a private school?

Yes, Rochelle Zell Jewish High 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 Rochelle Zell Jewish High School a religious school?

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
147
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County

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