Excellent
#28 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 2% in state
Shades Mountain Elementary School
Elementary School · Hoover City
2250 Sumpter St, Hoover, AL 35226
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#28 of 1,356
In Hoover
#5 of 16
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
Hoover City
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Shades Mountain Elementary School
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About Shades Mountain Elementary School
Shades Mountain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hoover, AL, part of Hoover City. Shades Mountain Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shades Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Shades Mountain Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Shades Mountain Elementary School — Students at Shades Mountain Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
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: 9.2/10.
How Shades Mountain Elementary School Compares
See how Shades Mountain Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2250 Sumpter St, Hoover, AL 35226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shades Mountain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bluff Park Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Vestavia Hills Elementary West (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Vestavia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Vestavia Hills Elementary East (rated 9.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Vestavia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hoover, see our Hoover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pizitz Middle School Vestavia | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| JOHN CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARK UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Birmingham | 1.2 mi | — |
| Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus Vestavia Hills | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Hall Kent Elementary School Homewood | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Bluff Park Elementary School Hoover | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Green Valley Elementary School Hoover | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ASCENSION EPISCOPAL KINDERGARTEN Vestavia | 2.1 mi | — |
| Vestavia Hills Elementary West Vestavia | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Gwin Elementary School Hoover | 2.7 mi | 9.3 |
| GREEN VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH Hoover | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ira F Simmons Middle School Hoover | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Vestavia Hills Elementary East Vestavia | 2.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Magic City Acceptance Academy Birmingham | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Vestavia Hills High School Vestavia | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Edgewood Elementary School Homewood | 3.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Homewood High School Homewood | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| HOOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hoover | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SPRING VALLEY SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Oxmoor K5 Birmingham | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,053
Median Home Value
$387,100
Median Rent
$1,467/mo
Population
37,693
College Educated
68.9%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dean Road Elementary School Auburn, AL | 9.4 |
| Kilby Laboratory School Florence, AL | 9.4 |
| Newton Elementary School Newton, AL | 9.4 |
| Old Shell Road Magnet School Mobile, AL | 9.4 |
| Good Hope Primary School Cullman, AL | 9.3 |
| Joe M Gillmore Elementary School Jackson, AL | 9.3 |
Compare Shades Mountain Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareShades Mountain Elementary School vs Riverchase Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.4/10 About even with Shades Mountain Elementary School
- CompareShades Mountain Elementary School vs Green Valley Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.0/10 -0.4 vs Shades Mountain Elementary School
- CompareShades Mountain Elementary School vs Gwin Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.3/10 -0.1 vs Shades Mountain Elementary School
- CompareShades Mountain Elementary School vs Bluff Park Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.5/10 +0.1 vs Shades Mountain Elementary School
- CompareShades Mountain Elementary School vs Rocky Ridge Elementary SchoolHoover, AL Peer score 9.1/10 -0.3 vs Shades Mountain Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shades Mountain Elementary School
What grades does Shades Mountain Elementary School serve?
Shades Mountain Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shades Mountain Elementary School?
Shades Mountain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shades Mountain Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shades Mountain Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shades Mountain Elementary School rank in AL?
Shades Mountain Elementary School ranks #28 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Shades Mountain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shades Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Mountain Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shades Mountain Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shades Mountain Elementary School a charter school?
No, Shades Mountain Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shades Mountain Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Shades Mountain Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shades Mountain Elementary School?
45.7% of students at Shades Mountain 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (205) 439-3100
Resources & Links
District
Hoover City- District Enrollment
- 13,524
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,273
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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