Very Good
#148 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 17% of private schools
Shady Side Academy Country Day School
Elementary School
400 CHRIST CHURCH LN, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#148 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#15 of 46
public schools
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Shady Side Academy Country Day School
Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shady Side Academy Country Day School
Shady Side Academy Country Day School is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. Shady Side Academy Country Day School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Side Academy Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Shady Side Academy Country Day School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Shady Side Academy Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shady Side Academy Country Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Shady Side Academy Country Day School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shady Side Academy Country Day School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Fairview El Sch | 9.6 |
| Kerr El Sch | 9.5 |
| OHara El Sch | 9.4 |
| Hartwood El Sch | 9.5 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 | 6.8 |
| Pittsburgh Fulton K-5 | 6.1 |
| Catalyst Academy CS | 2.9 |
| Marzolf Primary Sch | 8.9 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5 | 8.5 |
| Ross El Sch | 8.6 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Reserve Primary Sch | 8.3 |
| McIntyre El Sch | 7.6 |
Showing 20 of 102 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
400 CHRIST CHURCH LN, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Side Academy Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairview El Sch (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burchfield Primary Sch (rated 9.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Allison Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kerr El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Fairview El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Fox Chapel Area HS Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Kerr El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| OHara El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY Glenshaw | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverview JSHS Oakmont | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| WATSON INSTITUT SOCIAL CTR FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMNT Pittsburgh | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Hartwood El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Dorseyville MS Pittsburgh | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Burchfield Primary Sch Allison Park | 3.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Central El Sch Allison Park | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Catalyst Academy CS Pittsburgh | 3.9 mi | 2.9 |
| WINCHESTER THURSTON SCHOOL Allison Park | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Verner El Sch Verona | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| TOLATR ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 3.9 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CENTER ACADEMY Glenshaw | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 Pittsburgh | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Pittsburgh Fulton K-5 Pittsburgh | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Tenth Street El Sch Oakmont | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,904
Median Home Value
$452,300
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
13,000
College Educated
74.6%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
48.2
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| PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 7.6 |
| Rockhill El Sch Rockhill Furnace, PA | 7.6 |
| ST EUGENES SCHOOL Primos, PA | 7.6 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley, PA | 7.6 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg, PA | 7.6 |
| Nescopeck El Sch Nescopeck, PA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Side Academy Country Day School
What grades does Shady Side Academy Country Day School serve?
Shady Side Academy Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shady Side Academy Country Day School?
Shady Side Academy Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Side Academy Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Side Academy Country Day School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shady Side Academy Country Day School rank in PA?
Shady Side Academy Country Day School ranks #148 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Shady Side Academy Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Side Academy Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shady Side Academy Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Shady Side Academy Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Shady Side Academy Country Day School a religious school?
No, Shady Side Academy Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 968-3000
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