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Telshe High School

3535 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60625
Telshe High School in Chicago, IL, is an all鈥揵oys Jewish high school serving grades 9 through 12 with total enrollment of 139 students.
Founded in 1960, the school is located in the North Park neighborhood within a large鈥揷ity community setting.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 7:1 with 20 teachers on staff.
Yearly tuition at Telshe High School is $25,000, above the Chicago private high school average of $19,207.
Telshe High School is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools (NSHDS).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 139 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1960

Student Body

Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Telshe High School cost?
Telshe High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Telshe High School?
The application deadline for Telshe High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Telshe High School located?
Telshe High School is located in the North Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other private schools located in North Park.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 139 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,813 for elementary schools and $19,330 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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