Serving 698 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shady Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Grove Elementary School serves the southeast part of Ambler, PA, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shady Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shady Grove Elementary School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shady Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Grove Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Grove Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shady Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Gwynedd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shady Grove Elementary School?
698 students attend Shady Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Shady Grove Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Grove Elementary School?
Shady Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shady Grove Elementary School offer ?
Shady Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Grove Elementary School part of?
Shady Grove Elementary School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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