Hira Lal Jain Sr Sec School
Sadar Bazar Delhi · Delhi · Delhi
Long-standing CBSE school in Old Delhi with century-old legacy and heritage.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education)
- Classes
- Nursery/1 to 12
- Co-ed
- Mostly listed as Boys-only, though some directories mention Co‑Ed
- Boarding
- Day school; some listings mention hostel, but not confirmed
- Founded
- 1900/1901 (sources vary; school site cites 1900)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Conflicting data: 16:1 (Justdial) vs ~40:1 (based on 600 students and 15 teachers)
- Students
- Around 600 students
- Staff
- Managed by Jain Shiksha Pracharak Society, Principal: Dr. Nirmal Kumar Jain
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Hira Lal Jain Senior Secondary School is a heritage CBSE school in Old Delhi with deep community roots and a focus on traditional values.
It offers affordable education and has been gradually upgrading its infrastructure.
What kind of child will this school work for best
Children who thrive in structured, disciplined environments.
Families looking for a value-based education with a strong moral foundation.
Students comfortable in a traditional academic setup.
Strengths
Long-standing reputation and community trust.
Affordable fee structure.
Emphasis on discipline and moral education.
Active alumni and community involvement.
Gradual infrastructure improvements.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Conflicting information about co-ed status and hostel facilities.
Limited sports and computer infrastructure in older data.
Teacher engagement and personal attention may vary.
Outdated online information — verify in person.
No clear data on recent board exam results.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
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