Very Good
#63 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 25% of private schools
Jewish Community Day School
Elementary School
3747 W ESPLANADE AVE N, Metairie, LA 70002
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#63 of 253
In Metairie
#8 of 20
public schools
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Jewish Community Day School
Elementary School in Metairie · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jewish Community Day School
Jewish Community Day School is a private elementary school in Metairie, LA. Jewish Community Day School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jewish Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Jewish Community 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, Jewish Community Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Jewish Community 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 Jewish Community Day School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Metairie, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jewish Community Day School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies | 8.1 |
| J.D. Meisler Middle School | 6.2 |
| Alice Birney Elementary School | 4.7 |
| J.C. Ellis School | 8.1 |
| Phoebe Hearst School | 4.1 |
| Harold Keller Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Marie B. Riviere Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Bridgedale Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Joseph C Moscona School | 4.1 |
| John Q. Adams Middle School | 6.3 |
| Rudolph Matas School | 6.8 |
| T.H. Harris Middle School | 5.2 |
| Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.1 |
| Bissonet Plaza School | 5.8 |
| Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies | 9.5 |
| Green Park Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Ralph J Bunche Elementary | 4.5 |
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 LA.
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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 LA
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
3747 W ESPLANADE AVE N, Metairie, LA 70002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jewish Community Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.C. Ellis School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SLATER TORAH ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Metairie, see our Metairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies Metairie | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ST CLEMENT OF ROME SCHOOL Metairie | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS Metairie | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| J.D. Meisler Middle School Metairie | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ARCHBISHOP RUMMEL HIGH SCHOOL Metairie | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Alice Birney Elementary School Metairie | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Metairie | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| J.C. Ellis School Metairie | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Phoebe Hearst School Metairie | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA Metairie | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SLATER TORAH ACADEMY Metairie | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Bridgedale Elementary School Metairie | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR SCHOOL Metairie | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Metairie | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| GREATER NEW ORLEANS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie | 2.3 mi | — |
| Joseph C Moscona School Metairie | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| RIDGEWOOD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Metairie | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| MEMORIAL BAPTIST SCHOOL Metairie | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Harold Keller Elementary School Metairie | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| East Jefferson High School Metairie | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,576
Median Home Value
$379,400
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
19,240
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
38.3
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| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI Terrytown, LA | 7.6 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Harahan, LA | 6.8 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bogalusa, LA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jewish Community Day School
What grades does Jewish Community Day School serve?
Jewish Community Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Jewish Community Day School?
Jewish Community Day School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewish Community Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jewish Community 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 Jewish Community Day School rank in LA?
Jewish Community Day School ranks #63 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Jewish Community Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jewish Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jewish Community Day School a private school?
Yes, Jewish Community 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 Jewish Community Day School a religious school?
Jewish Community Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 887-4091
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