Excellent
#90 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 7% in state
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
Elementary School · Homewood City
3001 Independence Dr, Homewood, AL 35209
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#90 of 1,356
In Homewood
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Homewood City
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Shades Cahaba Elementary School
Shades Cahaba Elementary School is a public elementary school in Homewood, AL, part of Homewood City. Shades Cahaba Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Shades Cahaba Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Shades Cahaba Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 9.2
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Shades Cahaba Elementary School — Students at Shades Cahaba Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Shades Cahaba Elementary School Compares
See how Shades Cahaba Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3001 Independence Dr, Homewood, AL 35209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shades Cahaba Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestline Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mountain Brook Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vestavia Hills Elementary East (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Vestavia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Homewood, see our Homewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,383
Median Home Value
$465,600
Median Rent
$1,246/mo
Population
33,476
College Educated
54.4%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
33.6
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| Auburn Early Education Center Auburn, AL | 9.1 |
| Barkley Bridge Elementary School Hartselle, AL | 9.1 |
| Caldwell Elementary School Scottsboro, AL | 9.1 |
| FE Burleson Elementary School Hartselle, AL | 9.1 |
| Hutchens Elementary School Mobile, AL | 9.1 |
| Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School Auburn, AL | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shades Cahaba Elementary School
What grades does Shades Cahaba Elementary School serve?
Shades Cahaba Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Shades Cahaba Elementary School?
Shades Cahaba Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shades Cahaba Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shades Cahaba Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shades Cahaba Elementary School rank in AL?
Shades Cahaba Elementary School ranks #90 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Shades Cahaba Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shades Cahaba Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Shades Cahaba Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shades Cahaba Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shades Cahaba Elementary School a charter school?
No, Shades Cahaba Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shades Cahaba Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Shades Cahaba Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shades Cahaba Elementary School?
25.1% of students at Shades Cahaba Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (205) 871-1113
Resources & Links
District
Homewood City- District Enrollment
- 4,464
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,899
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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