Very Good

#142 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 14% of private schools

Hillel Community Day School

Elementary School

191 FAIRFIELD DR, Rochester, NY 14620

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#142 of 992

In Rochester

#5 of 30

public schools

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About Hillel Community Day School

Hillel Community Day School is a private elementary school in Rochester, NY. Hillel Community Day School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillel Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.6 pts above NY schools

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, Hillel 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 4:1 students to teachers, Hillel Community Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hillel 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

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How Hillel Community Day School compares to 95 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

This School

12.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

455

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.5

This School

4.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.9% vs 0%

Asian 2.5% vs 0%

Black 1.2% vs 0%

Hillel Community Day School Rochester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Hillel Community Day School (this school)	—	81	4:1	7.5
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS	1.0 mi	118	10.7:1	5.1
TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.1 mi	791	10.1:1	7.2
SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE	1.2 mi	382	11.2:1	3.3
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY	1.5 mi	782	13.7:1	3.3
CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF ROCHESTER CHARTER SCHOOL	1.7 mi	261	21.8:1	3.2
MONROE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	1.7 mi	27	1.5:1	—
FRENCH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	713	12.1:1	6.2
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER	1.8 mi	307	11.4:1	4.1
SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE)	1.8 mi	372	11.6:1	5.4
MONROE LOWER SCHOOL	1.9 mi	230	9.6:1	5.1
COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	733	14.7:1	5.3
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL	2.1 mi	223	11.7:1	5.2
SCHOOL 19-DR CHARLES T LUNSFORD	2.4 mi	313	11.2:1	2.9
DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE	2.4 mi	285	10.6:1	3.3
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS	2.6 mi	1,058	11.1:1	5.3
SCHOOL 2-CLARA BARTON	2.6 mi	301	12.5:1	3.3
ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL	2.7 mi	266	14.8:1	—
ROCHESTER ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL	2.7 mi	821	13.5:1	5.1
SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	928	12.1:1	4.5
SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON	2.7 mi	600	9.2:1	4.4

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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 NY.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,372.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.1 / 10

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Enrollment 81

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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 NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.1%

Hispanic 4.9%

Asian 2.5%

Black 1.2%

Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

191 FAIRFIELD DR, Rochester, NY 14620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillel Community Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTFALL ACADEMY ICR (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FRENCH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Rochester	0.3 mi	124	6.6
MCQUAID JESUIT Rochester	0.3 mi	761	4.4
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester	1.0 mi	68	6.8
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER Rochester	1.0 mi	16	—
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS Rochester	1.0 mi	118	5.1
SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE Rochester	1.2 mi	382	3.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER Rochester	1.0 mi	14	—
WESTFALL ACADEMY ICR Rochester	1.0 mi	69	7.5
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL Rochester	1.0 mi	1,182	8.9
TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester	1.1 mi	791	7.2
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rochester	1.4 mi	171	5.0
RICH BEGINNINGS CHILD CARE CENTER Rochester	1.5 mi	7	—
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER Rochester	1.8 mi	307	4.1
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY Rochester	1.5 mi	782	3.3
MARY CARIOLA CENTER Rochester	1.3 mi	367	7.7
NATIVITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Rochester	1.7 mi	51	7.4
TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY Rochester	1.8 mi	31	6.8
FRENCH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester	1.7 mi	713	6.2
JAMES MONROE UPPER SCHOOL Rochester	1.9 mi	649	6.1
MONROE LOWER SCHOOL Rochester	1.9 mi	230	5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,525

Median Home Value

$197,700

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

22,866

College Educated

56.4%

Homeownership

28.7%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

33.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany, NY	97	7.5
QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue, NY	84	7.5
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York, NY	105	7.5
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham, NY	65	7.5
WESTFALL ACADEMY ICR Rochester, NY	69	7.5
YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn, NY	59	7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillel Community Day School

What grades does Hillel Community Day School serve?

Hillel Community Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Hillel Community Day School?

Hillel Community Day School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillel Community Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillel Community Day School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hillel Community Day School rank in NY?

Hillel Community Day School ranks #142 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Hillel Community Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillel Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hillel Community Day School a private school?

Yes, Hillel 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 Hillel Community Day School a religious school?

Hillel Community Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 28 Some Transit
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 81
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 183 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Monroe County
Phone: (585) 271-6877

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