Very Good
#190 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 22% of private schools
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley
Elementary School
2313 W PENNSYLVANIA ST, Allentown, PA 18104
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#190 of 873
In Allentown
#2 of 6
public schools
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Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley
Elementary School in Allentown · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Muhlenberg EL Sch
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About Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley is a private elementary school in Allentown, PA. Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley 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 Day School of the Lehigh Valley compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Allentown, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley (this school) | 7.4 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch | 3.3 |
| Kratzer Sch | 8.8 |
| Trexler MS | 3.2 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center | 3.3 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch | 4.4 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch | 6.1 |
| Union Terrace El Sch | 3.9 |
| Francis D Raub MS | 3.2 |
| Washington El Sch | 2.8 |
| Springhouse MS | 7.3 |
| Central El Sch | 4.5 |
| Cetronia Sch | 8.9 |
| Parkway Manor Sch | 8.5 |
| Arts Academy Elementary CS | 6.8 |
| Roberto Clemente CS | 6.4 |
| Sheridan El Sch | 2.4 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 4.6 |
| Harrison-Morton MS | 3.6 |
| Lehigh Parkway El Sch | 6.1 |
| Executive Education Academy CS | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Allentown
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
2313 W PENNSYLVANIA ST, Allentown, PA 18104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cetronia Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kratzer Sch (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANARAH ISLAMIC ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Whitehall), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Allentown, see our Allentown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Muhlenberg El Sch Allentown | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Kratzer Sch Allentown | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Trexler MS Allentown | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Allentown | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Jackson Early Childhood Center Allentown | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| William Allen HS Allentown | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Luis A. Ramos El Sch Allentown | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| DATZYK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 1.7 mi | — |
| Union Terrace El Sch Allentown | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Francis D Raub MS Allentown | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| MANARAH ISLAMIC ACADEMY Whitehall | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch Allentown | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CAI LEARNING ACADEMY Allentown | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Cetronia Sch Allentown | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Allentown | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Clarence M Gockley El Sch Whitehall | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Springhouse MS Allentown | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST STEPHENS SCHOOL Whitehall | 2.5 mi | — |
| Zephyr El Sch Whitehall | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,279
Median Home Value
$296,800
Median Rent
$1,620/mo
Population
47,999
College Educated
44.8%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
39.3
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| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre, PA | 7.4 |
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| WEST CHESTER FRIENDS SCHOOL West Chester, PA | 7.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Telford, PA | 7.3 |
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Media, PA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley
What grades does Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley serve?
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley?
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley rank in PA?
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley ranks #190 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley a private school?
Yes, Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley 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 Day School of the Lehigh Valley a religious school?
Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lehigh County
- Phone
- (610) 437-0721
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