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Shady Side Academy Junior School Photo - Shady Side Academy has four campuses. The Junior School, located in Point Breeze, begins at PK and goes up to the fifth grade. On this seven-acre campus, our youngest students reside in the newest facility built specifically for their needs. This photo shows PK students tending their garden. Our second PK - 5 campus is located in Fox Chapel.
Shady Side Academy Junior School

Best Point Breeze Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 635 students in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh, PA.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Point Breeze include St. Bede School, Pittsburgh New Church School, and Shady Side Academy Junior School.
The average acceptance rate is 39%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
67% of private elementary schools in Point Breeze are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Point Breeze Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Pittsburgh New Church School
299 Le Roi Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 731-0122
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed
St. Bede School
(Catholic)
6920 Edgerton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 661-9425
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students
Shady Side Academy Junior School
Shady Side Academy Junior School Photo - Shady Side Academy has four campuses. The Junior School, located in Point Breeze, begins at PK and goes up to the fifth grade. On this seven-acre campus, our youngest students reside in the newest facility built specifically for their needs. This photo shows PK students tending their garden. Our second PK - 5 campus is located in Fox Chapel.
400 S Braddock
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 968-3179
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh, PA?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh, PA include St. Bede School, Pittsburgh New Church School, and Shady Side Academy Junior School.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh?
3 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh?
67% of private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Point Breeze, Pittsburgh are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Catholic).

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