Excellent
#49 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 6% of private schools
Community Day School
Elementary School
6424 FORWARD AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#49 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#7 of 46
public schools
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Community Day School
Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Community Day School
Community Day School is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. Community Day School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Community Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 Community Day School compares to 132 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community Day School (this school) | 8.3 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 | 4.9 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 | 8.7 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Propel CS-Homestead | 3.8 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Propel CS-Hazelwood | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
Showing 20 of 132 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
6424 FORWARD AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST EDMUND'S ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS Pittsburgh | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST EDMUND'S ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CARRIAGE HOUSE CHILDRENS CENTER Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Propel CS-Homestead Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Barrett El Sch Homestead | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY JUNIOR SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ELLIS SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,695
Median Home Value
$431,600
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
26,200
College Educated
73.7%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Day School
What grades does Community Day School serve?
Community Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Community Day School?
Community Day School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community 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 Community Day School rank in PA?
Community Day School ranks #49 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Community Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Community Day School a private school?
Yes, 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 Community Day School a religious school?
Community Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 521-1100
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