Excellent
#134 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 10% in state
South Shades Crest Elementary School
Elementary School · Hoover City
3770 South Shades Crest Rd, Hoover, AL 35244
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#134 of 1,356
In Hoover
#11 of 16
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Hoover City
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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South Shades Crest Elementary School
Elementary School in Hoover · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Shades Crest Elementary School
South Shades Crest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hoover, AL, part of Hoover City. South Shades Crest Elementary School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South Shades Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for South Shades Crest Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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South Shades Crest Elementary School — Students at South Shades Crest Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 19 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How South Shades Crest Elementary School Compares
See how South Shades Crest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3770 South Shades Crest Rd, Hoover, AL 35244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Shades Crest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brocks Gap Intermediate School (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bluff Park Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Deer Valley Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hoover, see our Hoover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brocks Gap Intermediate School Hoover | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Robert F Bumpus Middle School Hoover | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Deer Valley Elementary School Hoover | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Trace Crossings Elementary School Hoover | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Hoover High School Hoover | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| THE HILLSBORO SCHOOL Helena | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF RIVERWOODS Helena | 3.1 mi | — |
| Helena Intermediate School Helena | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| THE HILLSBORO SCHOOL Helena | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Bessemer | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Helena Elementary School Helena | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Helena Middle Helena | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Helena High School Helena | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Pelham High School Pelham | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Ira F Simmons Middle School Hoover | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Riverchase Elementary School Hoover | 4.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Gwin Elementary School Hoover | 4.4 mi | 9.3 |
| RIVERCHASE UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Hoover | 4.3 mi | — |
| Bluff Park Elementary School Hoover | 5.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Pelham Park Middle School Pelham | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,172
Median Home Value
$390,900
Median Rent
$1,413/mo
Population
36,775
College Educated
60.1%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
39
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver School of Mathematics Science and Technology Dothan, AL | 8.8 |
| Cleburne County Elementary School Heflin, AL | 8.8 |
| De Armanville Elementary School De Armanville, AL | 8.8 |
| Hamilton Elementary School Hamilton, AL | 8.8 |
| Locust Fork Elementary Locust Fork, AL | 8.8 |
| MacMillan International at McKee Montgomery, AL | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Shades Crest Elementary School
What grades does South Shades Crest Elementary School serve?
South Shades Crest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend South Shades Crest Elementary School?
South Shades Crest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Shades Crest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Shades Crest Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Shades Crest Elementary School rank in AL?
South Shades Crest Elementary School ranks #134 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is South Shades Crest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Shades Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 South Shades Crest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Shades Crest Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Shades Crest Elementary School a charter school?
No, South Shades Crest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Shades Crest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, South Shades Crest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Shades Crest Elementary School?
20.6% of students at South Shades Crest 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.0%
- Phone
- (205) 439-3000
Resources & Links
District
Hoover City- District Enrollment
- 13,524
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,273
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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