Shadyside High School is a public high school in Shadyside, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Shadyside Local School District. Athletic teams compete as the Shadyside Tigers in the Ohio High School Athletic Association as a member of the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference.
Serving 296 students in grades 7-12, Shadyside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadyside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Shadyside High School's student population of 296 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Shadyside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadyside High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1537 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadyside High School's ranking?
Shadyside High School is ranked #1537 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Shadyside High School often compared to?
Shadyside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Clairsville High School, Bellaire High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shadyside High School?
The graduation rate of Shadyside High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Shadyside High School?
296 students attend Shadyside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Shadyside High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadyside High School?
Shadyside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shadyside High School offer ?
Shadyside High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadyside High School part of?
Shadyside High School is part of Shadyside Local School District.
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