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Beth Jacob 1-8

15751 Lincoln Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
Beth Jacob 1–8 in Southfield, MI serves a co–ed student body of 1,010 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community.
Founded in 1914, the school offers a Jewish religious affiliation and is part of other school associations.
The student–teacher ratio at this Michigan private school is 13:1, supported by 75 teachers for a range of elementary and secondary programs.
Beth Jacob 1–8 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for having one of the largest student bodies and one of the oldest founding dates.
The school provides a comprehensive PK–12 education in a suburban setting, combining religious orientation with a regular academic program.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,010 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Beth Jacob 1-8 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
1,010 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: The future of Detroit's Jewish community grows here.
  • School Mascot: Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beth Jacob 1-8's ranking?
Beth Jacob 1-8 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Beth Jacob 1-8?
The application deadline for Beth Jacob 1-8 is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,010 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Oakland County, MI is $17,158 for elementary schools and $18,593 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland County, MI is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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