Very Good
#804 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 21% in state
Shady Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · PASCO
18000 SHADY HILLS RD, Spring Hill, FL 34610
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#804 of 3,778
In Spring Hill
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#15 of 97
PASCO
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Shady Hills Elementary School
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About Shady Hills Elementary School
Shady Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Spring Hill, FL, part of PASCO. Shady Hills Elementary School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #804 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Shady Hills Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Shady Hills Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Shady Hills Elementary School — Students at Shady Hills Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from FL 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: 8.9/10.
How Shady Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Shady Hills 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
18000 SHADY HILLS RD, Spring Hill, FL 34610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHALLENGER K-8 SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATH (rated 8.4/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GULF COAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 5.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Spring Hill, see our Spring Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,878
Median Home Value
$254,100
Median Rent
$1,265/mo
Population
16,544
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
83.6%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.5
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| BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS Sarasota, FL | 7.9 |
| DUNBAR ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.9 |
| FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 7.9 |
| GLORIA FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.9 |
| GULF GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 7.9 |
| HENDRICKS AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Hills Elementary School
What grades does Shady Hills Elementary School serve?
Shady Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Shady Hills Elementary School?
Shady Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Hills Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shady Hills Elementary School rank in FL?
Shady Hills Elementary School ranks #804 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Shady Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Shady Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shady Hills Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Shady Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Shady Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shady Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Shady Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shady Hills Elementary School?
69.4% of students at Shady Hills 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (772) 774-4100
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #15 of 97
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