Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shadow Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shadow Forest Elementary serves the northern part of Kingwood, TX, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shadow Forest Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shadow Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadow Forest Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1193 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Shadow Forest Elementary School is ranked #1193 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shadow Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Shadow Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greentree Elementary School, Bear Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shadow Forest Elementary School?
584 students attend Shadow Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Shadow Forest Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shadow Forest Elementary School?
Shadow Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shadow Forest Elementary School offer ?
Shadow Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shadow Forest Elementary School part of?
Shadow Forest Elementary School is part of Humble Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shadow Forest Elementary School located?
Shadow Forest Elementary School is located in the Kingwood Area neighborhood of Kingwood, TX. There are 14 other public schools located in Kingwood Area.
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