Very Good
#114 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 29% of private schools
Solomon Schechter Day School
Elementary School
125 WELLS AVE, Newton, MA 02459
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#114 of 388
In Newton
#4 of 8
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 Newton, MA. Solomon Schechter Day School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Solomon Schechter Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 4.6:1 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 the 3 public schools in Newton, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Newton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Solomon Schechter Day School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Bigelow Middle | 9.1 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program | 5.9 |
| Lincoln-Eliot | 8.8 |
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 MA.
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 MA
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
125 WELLS AVE, Newton, MA 02459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solomon Schechter Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial Spaulding (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Mitchell (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broadmeadow (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Broadmeadow Needham | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| THE RASHI SCHOOL Dedham | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Riverdale Dedham | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| William Mitchell Needham | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 1.6 mi | — |
| NOBLE AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL Dedham | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HAPPY CHILD PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER Newton | 1.8 mi | — |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Pollard Middle Needham | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Needham High Needham | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$214,941
Median Home Value
$1,336,200
Median Rent
$2,308/mo
Population
18,604
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aborn Lynn, MA | 7.1 |
| Blueberry Hill Longmeadow, MA | 7.1 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham, MA | 7.1 |
| Heath-Brook Tewksbury, MA | 7.1 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham, MA | 7.1 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose, MA | 7.1 |
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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Solomon Schechter Day School?
Solomon Schechter Day School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter Day School is 4.6:1. 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 MA?
Solomon Schechter Day School ranks #114 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Solomon Schechter Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Solomon Schechter Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 928-9100
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