Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shady Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Hills Elementary School serves the northwest part of Spring Hill, FL, covering an area of approximately 21.4 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Hills Elementary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shady Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Hills Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1574 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Hills Elementary School is ranked #1574 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shady Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Mary Giella 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 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shady Hills Elementary School?
444 students attend Shady Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Shady Hills Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Hills Elementary School?
Shady Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shady Hills Elementary School offer ?
Shady Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Hills Elementary School part of?
Shady Hills Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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