Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel

Shady Side Academy is a nationally respected private school in Pittsburgh for boys and girls in grades pre-kindergarten through 12, with an optional boarding experience in high school.
Four age-specific campuses with extraordinary resources, teachers who actively mentor, a forward-thinking curriculum, a diverse and inclusive community, and a legacy of alumni accomplishments all inspire Shady Side students to high achievement in academics, the arts, and athletics, and to meaningful ambitions in life.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 119 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,500
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 16 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1883
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
119 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1330
Average ACT score
29
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Common Dress Code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 16 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Pre-Kindergarten tuition is $15500 for full day and $10950 for half day. Other schedules are available. Kindergarten tuition is $17,950. First Grade is $21,500 and tuition for grades 2 - 5 is $22,500.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$14,000
Admissions Director
Katie Mihm
Endowment Size
$60 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After School Adventurers

School Notes

  • Shady Side Academy has two elementary school campuses. At theCountry Day School, our 17-acre campus in Fox Chapel, we help students develop a foundation that is centered in academics and the arts, where each child may achieve both academic success and personal self-confidence. Each day children get the guidance and reassurance they need to keep exploring. This is a place where children grow, develop, discover - and learn how to keep searching and discovering for a lifetime. Faculty, together with their students, seek new opportunities and challenges outside the textbook and beyond the basic courses. We want teachers to teach students to learn in whatever ways work for them and see each student as an individual. Our second campus, the Junior School, is located in Point Breeze.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel cost?
Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel's tuition is approximately $15,500 for private students.
Does Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel offer a summer program?
Yes, Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel offer?
Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel offers 1 interscholastic sports: Cross Country.
What is Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel's ranking?
Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest average SAT score and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel?
The application deadline for Shady Side Academy Country Day And Fox Chapel is Dec. 16 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 16 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 119 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $15,500
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 16 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,013 for elementary schools and $20,489 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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