Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shadow Oaks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Shadow Oaks Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Shadow Oaks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadow Oaks Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6081 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School is ranked #6081 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shadow Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Shadow Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, The Tiger Trail School, Sherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shadow Oaks Elementary School?
448 students attend Shadow Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Shadow Oaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shadow Oaks Elementary School?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shadow Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shadow Oaks Elementary School part of?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shadow Oaks Elementary School located?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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