South Shades Crest Elementary School
South Shades Crest Elementary School serves 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%) for the 2017-18 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2017-18 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Students: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Math Proficiency: 55%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Shades Crest Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
443 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Students by Grade

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 0.61. 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
13:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
2%

Hispanic
7%
9%

Black
23%
32%

White
54%
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



National School Lunch Program
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
48%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
School Calendar
View the South Shades Crest Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 09, 2023 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 27, 2023 (Monday)
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Reviews
Review South Shades Crest Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Nearby Homes for Sale
-
700 RIDGE WAY CIR
HOOVER, AL$369,900- 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths
- (3.05 miles from school)
-
227 CAHABA LAKE CIR
HELENA, AL$600,000- 6 Beds | 5 Baths
- (3.91 miles from school)
-
3763 ABBEYGLEN WAY
HOOVER, AL$385,000- 3 Beds | 2 Baths
- (4.40 miles from school)
-
2129 PIONEER DR
HOOVER, AL$325,000- 3 Beds | 2 Baths
- (4.46 miles from school)
Recent Articles

Teaching: Using Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality can enhance your lessons safely and efficiently. Virtual reality allows your students to explore worlds they might not otherwise see. We offer some suggestions on how to use VR in your classrooom.

Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps or JROTC
JROTC offers valuable lessons in leadership, character-building and citizenship. Here's a look at the various JROTC programs out there together with a look at the pros and cons of the program.

July 05, 2022
Teaching: Contract RenewalMost teaching contracts are year-to-year, or longer if you're eligible. Here are some suggestions for safeguarding your employment.