SHADY SPRING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shady Spring Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 701 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Shady Spring Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shady Spring Elementary School, located on Goldenwood Road in Baltimore, Maryland, is a community-focused public school serving the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) district. The school provides a traditional elementary education curriculum designed to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of students in the surrounding neighborhoods. As part of the BCPS system, it operates under the district’s broader mission to provide high-quality instruction, foster inclusive learning environments, and prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school’s website serves as a central hub for parents and guardians to access essential resources, including school calendars, academic programs, and district-wide policies. Shady Spring emphasizes parent and community involvement to enhance the student experience, encouraging collaboration between educators and families. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and developmental enrichment, the school strives to create a supportive foundation for its diverse student body within the Baltimore County educational framework.

For more information, contact Shady Spring Elementary at (410) 887-0509 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.