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#267 of 404 private schools in NC
Lerner Jewish Community Day School
Elementary School
1935 W CORNWALLIS RD, Durham, NC 27705
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#267 of 404
In Durham
#18 of 19
public schools
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Lerner Jewish Community Day School
Elementary School in Durham · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lerner Jewish Community Day School
Lerner Jewish Community Day School is a private elementary school in Durham, NC. Lerner Jewish Community Day School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lerner Jewish Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Lerner 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Lerner 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.
Lerner 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 Lerner Jewish Community Day School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Durham, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lerner Jewish Community Day School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art | 4.5 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 6.0 |
| Hope Valley Elementary | 6.5 |
| Forest View Elementary | 5.8 |
| Morehead Montessori | 8.8 |
| Durham Charter School | 7.1 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary | 4.9 |
| E K Powe Elementary | 7.9 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary | 5.6 |
| W G Pearson Elementary | 7.2 |
| George Watts Elementary | 8.9 |
| Central Park School For Children | 5.6 |
| Global Scholars Academy | 7.9 |
| Burton Elementary | 9.0 |
| Southwest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Eastway Elementary | 6.1 |
| R N Harris Elementary | 5.4 |
| Ignite Online Academy | 4.9 |
| Creekside Elementary | 4.4 |
| Pearsontown Elementary | 8.7 |
Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Durham
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 NC.
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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 NC
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
1935 W CORNWALLIS RD, Durham, NC 27705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lerner Jewish Community Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DUKE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY Durham | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HILL LEARNING CENTER Durham | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Lakewood Elementary Durham | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| DUKE SCHOOL Durham | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 1.5 mi | 9.6 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 1.6 mi | — |
| HOPE CREEK ACADEMY Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HOPE CREEK ACADEMY Durham | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Forest View Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM & CHAPEL HILL Durham | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Sherwood Githens Middle Durham | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,153
Median Home Value
$398,500
Median Rent
$1,422/mo
Population
48,412
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
35.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAROLINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hayesville, NC | 5.9 |
| Wilmington Preparatory Academy Wilmington, NC | 5.9 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh, NC | 6.0 |
| OPENDOOR SCHOOL Winterville, NC | 6.0 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 6.1 |
| NEW KITUWAH ACADEMY Cherokee, NC | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lerner Jewish Community Day School
What grades does Lerner Jewish Community Day School serve?
Lerner Jewish Community Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lerner Jewish Community Day School?
Lerner Jewish Community Day School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lerner Jewish Community Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lerner Jewish Community Day School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lerner Jewish Community Day School rank in NC?
Lerner Jewish Community Day School ranks #267 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Lerner Jewish Community Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lerner Jewish Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lerner Jewish Community Day School a private school?
Yes, Lerner 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 Lerner Jewish Community Day School a religious school?
Lerner Jewish Community Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Phone
- (919) 286-5517
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