Located in Scranton, PA, Beth Shalom Academy is a co–ed Jewish alternative school serving 100 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a small city setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with an average class size of 7, supported by 20 teachers, half of whom hold advanced degrees.
Annual tuition at Beth Shalom Academy is $12,500, compared to the local private elementary school average of $7,020.
Beth Shalom Academy is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools and follows a formal dress code policy.
The student body reflects some racial diversity with 11 percent students of color enrolled in the K–12 program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,500
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
100 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,500
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Beth Shalom Academy cost?
Beth Shalom Academy's tuition is approximately $12,500 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Beth Shalom Academy?
Beth Shalom Academy famous alumni include: .
When is the application deadline for Beth Shalom Academy?
The application deadline for Beth Shalom Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Beth Shalom Academy is Bnos Yisroel Girls High School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Scranton Hebrew Day School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Quincy KinderCare (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
540 Monroe Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 346-1576
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 346-1576
0.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 92 students
Bnos Yisroel Girls High School
All-girls (Jewish)
620 Monroe Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
0.2 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 7 students
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Daycare / Preschool
633-635 Quincy Ave.
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 344-4392
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 344-4392
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 6 students
Friendship House
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
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Miles
Quick Facts
Bnos Yisroel Girls High School
All-girls (Jewish)
620 Monroe Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 558-1370
0.2 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 7 students
Friendship House
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
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Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 941-7737
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 941-7737
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Milton Eisner Yeshiva High School
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930 Hickory St
Scranton, PA 18501
(570) 346-1747
Scranton, PA 18501
(570) 346-1747
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students
Holy Cross High School
(Catholic)
501 E Drinker Street
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-7541
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-7541
1.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
540 Monroe Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 346-1576
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 346-1576
0.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 92 students
Friendship House
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
St. Clare/saint Paul Elementary School
(Catholic)
1527 Penn Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students Tuition listed
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Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 507-9108
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 507-9108
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Miles
Quick Facts
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Daycare / Preschool
633-635 Quincy Ave.
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 344-4392
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 344-4392
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 6 students
Friendship House
Alternative School
1615 E Gibson St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 342-8305
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 118 students
St. Clare/saint Paul Elementary School
(Catholic)
1527 Penn Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 343-7880
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students Tuition listed
St. Mary Of Mt Carmel School
(Catholic)
325 Chestnut St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-4429
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-4429
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Tuition listed
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Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 340-6085
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 340-6085
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Nanticoke, PA 18634
(570) 735-1320
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(570) 735-2770
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(570) 735-2770
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(570) 735-7781
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(570) 735-7781
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(570) 735-6450
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(570) 735-6450
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