Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shady Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shady Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shady Grove Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shady Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Grove Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1379 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
28%
13%
Black
45%
21%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Grove Elementary School is ranked #1379 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Shady Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School, Kate Bond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Shady Grove Elementary School?
338 students attend Shady Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Shady Grove Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shady Grove Elementary School?
Shady Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shady Grove Elementary School offer ?
Shady Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Shady Grove Elementary School part of?
Shady Grove Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
I wanted to give the school 5 stars because I am a former student of 3 years. Looking back now(currently in the 11th grade) I feel as though my time there was not in vain, I learned alot met some lifelong friends and the only reason I stopped going was because of relocation of my family
1 5/13/2017
This school is by far the least creative, least inclusive, least challenging school Shelby county probably has to offer. You would think because of its location it could possibly be worth something but don't let the location mislead you in any way. The staff is not friendly to the parents and the teachers seem to be there to collect a check. I've paid to be in PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) every year and have not receive a single correspondence about a meeting or an event in the 4 years my child has attended. This school does the bare minimum to get by to receive funding. They are not focused on benchmark skills necessary to your child's overall growth. Please send your child elsewhere. No extracurricular activities are available. The couple that are are not offered to every child. Their running club members were drawn from a hat so they say, leaving several kids disappointed and not everyone can sign up for piano. Wonder how they choose who gets in? Your guess is as good as mine. Trust me keep looking.
2 8/11/2011
no sports, no extracurricular activities. My child was advanced for his grade but was still forced to waste time doing same things over and over again. The schools must stimulate their students to encourage their development.
Teacher-parent communication is not encouraged. My child was bullied by other kids (elementary school!) and the teacher says she didn't notice. I am forced to trust the school in not ruining my child's life but every day my child is in the school i am worried.
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