Excellent
#285 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 10% in state
Shady Grove EL Sch
Elementary School · Wissahickon SD
351 W Skippack Pike, Ambler, PA 19002
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#285 of 2,846
In Ambler
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Wissahickon SD
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Shady Grove EL Sch
Elementary School in Ambler · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shady Grove EL Sch
Shady Grove EL Sch is a public elementary school in Ambler, PA, part of Wissahickon SD. Shady Grove EL Sch serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Grove EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Shady Grove EL Sch show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Shady Grove EL Sch — Students at Shady Grove EL Sch score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Shady Grove EL Sch Compares
See how Shady Grove EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
351 W Skippack Pike, Ambler, PA 19002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Grove EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Washington El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Washington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Colonial El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Plymouth Meeting), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Whitemarsh El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Lafayette Hill), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ambler, see our Ambler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITEMARSH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Blue Bell | 1.2 mi | — |
| WHITEMARSH MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Blue Bell | 1.2 mi | — |
| Blue Bell El Sch Blue Bell | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Lower Gwynedd El Sch Ambler | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Wissahickon MS Ambler | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Wissahickon SHS Ambler | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Colonial El Sch Plymouth Meeting | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Whitemarsh El Sch Lafayette Hill | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| GWYNEDD-MERCY ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Spring House | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Plymouth-Whitemarsh SHS Plymouth Meeting | 3.3 mi | 9.3 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Blue Bell | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER East Norriton | 2.7 mi | — |
| Plymouth El Sch Plymouth Meeting | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| PLYMOUTH MEETING FRIENDS SCHOOL Plymouth Meeting | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Fort Washington El Sch Fort Washington | 2.8 mi | 9.4 |
| CENTRE SQUARE MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE Blue Bell | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTRE SQUARE ACADEMY Blue Bell | 3.1 mi | — |
| Upper Dublin HS Fort Washington | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| CARSON VALLEY CHILDRENS AID Flourtown | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| GWYNEDD FRIENDS SCHOOL North Wales | 3.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,070
Median Home Value
$558,800
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
31,681
College Educated
67.4%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Grove EL Sch
What grades does Shady Grove EL Sch serve?
Shady Grove EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Shady Grove EL Sch?
Shady Grove EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Grove EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Grove EL Sch is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shady Grove EL Sch rank in PA?
Shady Grove EL Sch ranks #285 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Shady Grove EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Grove EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Shady Grove EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shady Grove EL Sch has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shady Grove EL Sch a charter school?
No, Shady Grove EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shady Grove EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Shady Grove EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shady Grove EL Sch?
28.5% of students at Shady Grove EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (215) 619-8106
Resources & Links
District
Wissahickon SD- District Enrollment
- 5,187
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,655
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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