Pittsburgh Jewish day school, K-8, specializing in learning differences with small classes, experienced faculty, and inclusive community
Community Day School in Pittsburgh serves students from Nursery through 8th Grade with a focus on personalized learning and individual growth. The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD Support, making it a welcoming option for families navigating special needs. With an average class size of just 14 students and 70% of faculty holding advanced degrees, CDS provides the small-group environment and experienced staff that many families seek for children who learn differently.
The school combines academic rigor with a supportive, inclusive community ethos. Students benefit from innovative teaching methods, hands-on discovery, and a Jewish curriculum that emphasizes both intellectual development and personal identity. Extracurricular offerings—including sports, arts, music programs, and clubs—give all students opportunities to explore interests and build confidence alongside their peers.
Tuition ranges from $8,550 in Early Childhood to $19,200 in elementary and middle school grades, with 60% of families receiving financial aid. Admissions are rolling with a January 15 deadline. For families seeking a smaller Jewish day school with intentional support for learning differences, Community Day School offers both academic challenge and individualized attention.
At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-8
Students269
Class Size14:1 ratio
Tuition$19,200
Fin. Aid60% receive aid
Est.1972
DeadlineJan. 15 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1972 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $19,200 |
| Tuition Notes | Early Childhood tuition ranges from $8,550 to $13,000 |
| Total Students | 269 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 70 |
| Average Class Size | 14 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Sarah DeWitt |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 60 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 6 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Soccer · Track and Field · Ultimate Frisbee |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Green Team · Minyan Makers · No Place for Hate · Odyssey of the Mind · Student Council · Tefillah Council · Arts and Music Programs: · Band · Middle School Musical |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Other religious school association(s) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Jewish |
| School Calendar | www.comday.org/calendar |
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