Very Good
#138 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 16% of private schools
Shady Side Academy
School
500 SQUAW RUN RD E, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Enrollment
1,058
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,058
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#138 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#13 of 46
public schools
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Shady Side Academy
School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Shady Side Academy Country Day School
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About Shady Side Academy
Shady Side Academy is a private school in Pittsburgh, PA. Shady Side Academy serves approximately 1,058 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Side Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Shady Side Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shady Side Academy 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 compares to 148 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shady Side Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Fox Chapel Area HS | 9.6 |
| OHara El Sch | 9.4 |
| Fairview El Sch | 9.6 |
| Kerr El Sch | 9.5 |
| Hartwood El Sch | 9.5 |
| Dorseyville MS | 8.7 |
| Catalyst Academy CS | 2.9 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 | 6.8 |
| Pittsburgh Fulton K-5 | 6.1 |
| Marzolf Primary Sch | 8.9 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Shaler Area HS | 7.5 |
| Linton MS | 3.3 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Penn Hills SHS | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 148 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
500 SQUAW RUN RD E, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Side Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WINCHESTER THURSTON SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Allison Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WATSON INSTITUT SOCIAL CTR FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMNT (rated 5.9/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Fox Chapel Area HS Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Fairview El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| OHara El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Riverview JSHS Oakmont | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Kerr El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Hartwood El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Dorseyville MS Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Verner El Sch Verona | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Tenth Street El Sch Oakmont | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY Glenshaw | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Central El Sch Allison Park | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| WATSON INSTITUT SOCIAL CTR FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMNT Pittsburgh | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Catalyst Academy CS Pittsburgh | 4.2 mi | 2.9 |
| WINCHESTER THURSTON SCHOOL Allison Park | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Burchfield Primary Sch Allison Park | 3.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Acmetonia El Sch Cheswick | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| TOLATR ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 4.4 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Fulton K-5 Pittsburgh | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 Pittsburgh | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRIENDS CENTRAL SCHOOL Wynnewood, PA | 7.7 |
| DELAWARE COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newtown Square, PA | 7.8 |
| GERMANTOWN FRIENDS SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.6 |
| SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY-MIDDLE Philadelphia, PA | 7.5 |
| SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Side Academy
What grades does Shady Side Academy serve?
Shady Side Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Shady Side Academy?
Shady Side Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,058 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Side Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Side Academy is 6.4:1. 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 rank in PA?
Shady Side Academy ranks #138 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Shady Side Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Side Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 a private school?
Yes, Shady Side Academy 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 a religious school?
No, Shady Side Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,058
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 167
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 968-3179
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