- Private, Boarding
- PITTSBURGH, PA
Shady Side Academy
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private, Boarding
- PK, K-12
- PITTSBURGH, PA
- Rating 4.34 out of 5 138 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Sportsgrade A
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Shady Side Academy is a nationally respected private school in Pittsburgh for boys and girls in grades PK-12, with optional 5- or 7-day boarding 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 students to high achievement in academics, arts, and athletics, and to meaningful ambitions in life.
With an approach that includes small class sizes, individual attention, and a rigorous curriculum, Shady Side understands that how we educate students equips them to thrive in college and in life. Because "how" widens perspectives, reveals hidden talents, cultivates character, and elevates expectations – at every level and for every child. Because "How" Matters.
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Innovation at Shady Side Academy
The McIlroy Center for Science and Innovation opened in 2018 as the stunning new home of the Senior School Science Department. The building features 10 flexible classroom/lab spaces for physics, biology and chemistry, featuring college-level lab equipment.
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