Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shady Side Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Side Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Shady Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Side Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
7%
32%
White
79%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Side Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Side Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Shady Side Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayo Elementary School, Lothian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Shady Side Elementary School?
391 students attend Shady Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Shady Side Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Side Elementary School?
Shady Side Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shady Side Elementary School offer ?
Shady Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Side Elementary School part of?
Shady Side Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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