Best Schools in Shady Side, Maryland
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Shady Side Elementary
Elementary · Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$376,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$376,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shady Side
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shady Side Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $111,129
- Median home value
- $376,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Shady Side compares
Median household income
$111k
100% of Maryland median
About Schools in Shady Side, Maryland
Shady Side, Maryland is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Shady Side show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Shady Side is Shady Side Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shady Side is served by 1 school district: Anne Arundel County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 84,346 students.
Shady Side's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,129. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 396 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
Schools in Shady Side
Shady Side, Maryland · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,129
Median Home Value
$376,800
Median Rent
$2,204/mo
Population
3,011
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Community Profile
Shady Side has a median household income of $111,129. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $376,800, with a median rent of $2,204/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Shady Side, Maryland
How many schools are in Shady Side, Maryland?
Shady Side has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shady Side, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shady Side is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Shady Side, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Shady Side on MySchoolScout is Shady Side Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shady Side, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shady Side on MySchoolScout is Shady Side Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Shady Side, Maryland?
Shady Side is served by 1 school district: Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Shady Side, Maryland?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Shady Side have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shady Side, Maryland?
The median household income in Shady Side is approximately $111,129 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shady Side, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shady Side is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shady Side, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.