Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Shadycrest Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Shadycrest Elementary serves the eastern part of Pearland, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadycrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shadycrest Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
At Shadycrest we are learning today and leading tomorrow.
School Rankings
Shadycrest Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadycrest Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#409 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
33%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadycrest Elementary School's ranking?
Shadycrest Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shadycrest Elementary School often compared to?
Shadycrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silverlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shadycrest Elementary School?
512 students attend Shadycrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Shadycrest Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shadycrest Elementary School?
Shadycrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shadycrest Elementary School offer ?
Shadycrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Shadycrest Elementary School part of?
Shadycrest Elementary School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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