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#699 of 873 private schools in PA

Shady Side Academy Junior School

Elementary School

400 S BRADDOCK AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#699 of 873

In Pittsburgh

#43 of 46

public schools

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About Shady Side Academy Junior School

Shady Side Academy Junior School is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. Shady Side Academy Junior School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Side Academy Junior School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #699 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.0 pts below PA schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Shady Side Academy Junior 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.

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How Shady Side Academy Junior School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.7:1

This School

12.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

256

This School

390

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.1% vs 0%

Asian 8.2% vs 0%

Black 7% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%

Shady Side Academy Junior School Pittsburgh Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Shady Side Academy Junior School (this school)	—	256	19.7:1	5.4
Environmental CS at Frick Park	0.6 mi	1,029	10.2:1	6.0
Pittsburgh Faison K-5	0.6 mi	528	11.2:1	6.2
Pittsburgh Linden K-5	1.0 mi	106	7.1:1	3.4
Edgewood El STEAM Academy	1.1 mi	503	12.3:1	4.9
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8	1.2 mi	741	16.5:1	8.8
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5	1.3 mi	190	10.6:1	6.4
Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS	1.4 mi	343	14.3:1	3.0
Catalyst Academy CS	1.8 mi	258	12.9:1	2.9
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5	2.0 mi	434	15.5:1	7.1
Pittsburgh Liberty K-5	2.0 mi	242	12.7:1	4.0
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5	2.0 mi	309	11.9:1	4.9
Pittsburgh Montessori K-5	2.4 mi	339	15.4:1	9.5
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8	2.8 mi	370	11.9:1	8.7
Propel CS-Homestead	2.8 mi	517	10.6:1	3.8
Pittsburgh Online Academy	2.8 mi	104	52:1	5.5
Pittsburgh Fulton K-5	2.8 mi	291	12.7:1	6.1
Propel CS-Braddock Hills	3.1 mi	711	10.5:1	3.5
Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8	3.2 mi	247	8.2:1	6.8
Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5	3.4 mi	209	12.3:1	8.5
Propel CS-Hazelwood	3.5 mi	222	10.1:1	4.0

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,099

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 49%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 256

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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)

White 69.1%

Two or More 13.3%

Asian 8.2%

Black 7.0%

Hispanic 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

400 S BRADDOCK AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shady Side Academy Junior School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh	0.4 mi	27	—
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh	0.4 mi	185	4.0
Kelly Primary Sch Wilkinsburg	0.5 mi	277	4.3
Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh	0.6 mi	1,029	6.0
Pittsburgh Faison K-5 Pittsburgh	0.6 mi	528	6.2
SISTER THEA BOWMAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilkinsburg	0.7 mi	165	6.3
ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh	0.7 mi	249	6.3
PLEA SCHOOL Pittsburgh	0.7 mi	33	6.8
PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh	0.8 mi	125	7.6
Pittsburgh Westinghouse Pittsburgh	1.2 mi	594	3.9
Edgewood El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh	1.1 mi	503	4.9
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Pittsburgh	1.1 mi	196	9.1
Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh	1.0 mi	106	3.4
YESHIVA SCHOOLS Pittsburgh	1.1 mi	342	8.4
Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale	1.4 mi	616	6.1
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 Pittsburgh	1.2 mi	741	8.8
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 Pittsburgh	1.3 mi	190	6.4
Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS Pittsburgh	1.4 mi	343	3.0
THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh	1.2 mi	187	7.4
ELLIS SCHOOL Pittsburgh	1.3 mi	358	8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,241

Median Home Value

$157,100

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

29,513

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

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Avella El Center Avella, PA	242	5.4
Deep Roots CS Philadelphia, PA	296	5.4
Emlen Eleanor C Sch Philadelphia, PA	326	5.4
George J Plava El Sch Mc Clellandtown, PA	310	5.4
ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Marys, PA	228	5.4
WYNDCROFT SCHOOL Pottstown, PA	158	5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shady Side Academy Junior School

What grades does Shady Side Academy Junior School serve?

Shady Side Academy Junior School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Shady Side Academy Junior School?

Shady Side Academy Junior School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Side Academy Junior School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shady Side Academy Junior School is 19.7:1. 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 Junior School rank in PA?

Shady Side Academy Junior School ranks #699 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Shady Side Academy Junior School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shady Side Academy Junior School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Junior School a private school?

Yes, Shady Side Academy Junior 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 Junior School a religious school?

No, Shady Side Academy Junior School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 59 Good Transit
Bike Score: 86 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 256
Gender Split: 61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 157 days
Setting: Large City
County: Allegheny County
Phone: (412) 473-4400

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