Shady Side Academy's private middle school in Pittsburgh helps students gain greater independence as they prepare for high school. Learn more about SSA!

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.

Shady Side Academy Middle School sits on a 35-acre campus in Fox Chapel that features athletic fields, educational gardens, a gazebo and more.

Shady Side Academy is a private school in Pittsburgh with four unique campuses, designed to meet the needs of students at various life stages. Learn more!

Check out our Middle School calendar to find upcoming school events, cycle days, and more!

Shady Side Academy is a private school located in Pittsburgh, PA, serving students PreK-12. Learn more about our junior, middle, and senior schools.

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.

Explore the unique opportunities at Shady Side Academy and learn how we prepare students for success in college and beyond.

On February 13, 2024, Shady Side Academy announced a vision for a comprehensive master plan that will transform the 423 Fox Chapel Road location into the Academy’s Upper School campus for grades 6–12.

FOUR CAMPUSES, ONE ACADEMY Across 189 acres and four campuses, SSA students have plenty of space to learn, play, create and compete. TWO WAYS TO BOARD Seven- and five-day boarding options offer an enriching Senior School experience in a …