Co-ed Jewish high school in Deerfield, IL with strong support for learning differences, ADD/ADHD, small classes, and college-prep curriculum
Rochelle Zell Jewish High School is a co-ed Jewish high school (grades 9-12) in Deerfield, IL that actively supports students with mild learning differences, ADD/ADHD, and other learning support needs. With an average class size of 16 students and 83% of faculty holding advanced degrees, the school creates an environment where students with diverse learning profiles can access rigorous academics alongside personalized support.
The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD Support services, enabling students to participate in a full college-preparatory curriculum including AP-level courses in biology, chemistry, calculus, and other subjects. Beyond academics, students benefit from a vibrant campus community with over 26 clubs and organizations, competitive sports, and arts programs—providing meaningful opportunities for social connection and skill-building outside the classroom.
Tuition is $28,000 annually, though the school emphasizes affordability through generous tuition assistance packages; 50% of students currently receive financial aid with an average grant of $13,982. Rolling admissions and a 91% acceptance rate make entry accessible. For more information about special education support and the admissions process, contact Admissions Director Riv Lynch or Admissions Associate Tammy Brody at (847) 324-3708 or visit rzjhs.org.
| Year Founded | 2001 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Generous Tuition Assistance packages offered. Request information by contacting school. We are dedicated to make it affordable for all families. |
| Total Students | 147 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 26 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 83 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
| Admissions Director | Riv Lynch |
| Admissions Associate | Tammy Brody |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 91 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 50 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $13,982 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 1 |
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cross Country · Dance · Golf · Soccer · Tennis · Volleyball · Wrestling |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · A Cappella · Ark Book Club · Ark Cafe · Ark in the Park · Art Club · Chesed Club · Chess Club · Comic Book Club · DEAP (Va'ad Tikkun Olam) · DECA · Engineering · Environmental Club · Feminism Club · Film Club · Gaavah · Gidwitz · Holla for Challah · IFYC · Interfaith Youth Corps (IFYC) · Literary Society · Math Team · Music Club · NaNo Writing Club · Quarknet · Remote Control Club · Robotics Club · Shabbaton · Spikeball club · Spirit Club · STAND · Student Ambassadors · Tikkun Olam Advocacy Education · Tikkun Olam Direct Service · Tikkun Olam Philanthropy · Tisch Club · United States Politics Club · Va'ad Hastudentim · Va'ad Israel · Va'ad Shabbatonim · Va'ad Studentim · Va'ad Tefillah · Yoga/Meditation · Show More (26) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Dance · Studio Art/Advanced Studio Art |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) · National Association of College Admissions Counselors |
| Religious Affiliations | Jewish |
| School Calendar | www.rzjhs.org/apps/events/?id=0 |
| Average ACT Score | 29 |
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