Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, South Shades Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Math Proficiency: 55%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Shades Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
South Shades Crest Elementary School's student population of 500 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Shades Crest Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
55%
51%
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
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Shades Crest Elementary School often compared to?
South Shades Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trace Crossings Elementary School, Deer Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend South Shades Crest Elementary School?
500 students attend South Shades Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of South Shades Crest Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Shades Crest Elementary School?
South Shades Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Shades Crest Elementary School offer ?
South Shades Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Shades Crest Elementary School part of?
South Shades Crest Elementary School is part of Hoover City School District.
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