Shady Side Academy tuition & admissions

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From the school's college counseling profile.

How much is Shady Side Academy tuition?

Tuition at Shady Side Academy is $26,400 for grades Early Learning (pre-k & kindergarten); $31,700 for grades 1-5; $37,200 for grades 6-8; $42,700 (day) or $67,300 (boarding) for grades 9-12, per the school's website.

Does Shady Side Academy require the ISEE or SSAT?

It depends on the grade: its own assessment for grades JPK-K; its own assessment for grades 1-2; the ISEE for grades 3-5; the ISEE or SSAT for grades 6-12.

When is the Shady Side Academy application deadline?

The main application deadline is February 1, 2027. Families apply through Veracross; SAO also accepted (school code 7307).

What are Shady Side Academy's average SAT scores?

The middle 50% of Shady Side Academy students scored 1220–1510 on the SAT (class of 2025), per the school profile.

Does Shady Side Academy offer financial aid?

Yes. Shady Side Academy reported $5,531,678 in financial aid to 422 students on its 2024 IRS Form 990.

How many students attend Shady Side Academy?

Shady Side Academy enrolls 1,221 students in grades Pre-K–12, with about 8 students per teacher (NCES Private School Survey, 2023-24).