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#1083 of 1,288 schools in LA

Shady Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · Ouachita Parish

2204 Ticheli Road, Monroe, LA 71202

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,083 of 1,288

In Monroe

#23 of 34

public schools

In district

#28 of 36

Ouachita Parish

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Shady Grove Elementary School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Monroe · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.8/10

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About Shady Grove Elementary School

Shady Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monroe, LA, part of Ouachita Parish. Shady Grove Elementary School serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,083 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Shady Grove Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,051
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Shady Grove Elementary School — Students at Shady Grove Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
9.7%
ELA
19%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Shady Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Shady Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
16th percentile in LA
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Location

2204 Ticheli Road, Monroe, LA 71202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shady Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swayze Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clara Hall Accelerated School (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Berg Jones Elementary School Monroe 0.7 mi 3.8
Swayze Elementary School Monroe 1.0 mi 6.7
Robinson Elementary School Monroe 1.1 mi 5.4
Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe 1.6 mi 4.7
Martin Luther King Junior High School Monroe 1.7 mi 8.2
Wossman High School Monroe 1.7 mi 6.6
Madison James Foster Elementary School Monroe 1.7 mi 3.8
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Monroe 1.9 mi 5.2
Clara Hall Accelerated School Monroe 2.0 mi 5.9
Richwood Junior High School Monroe 2.2 mi 6.2
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School Monroe 2.1 mi 4.5
Carver Elementary School Monroe 2.4 mi 4.4
Richwood High School Monroe 2.4 mi 5.5
Southside Alternative High School Monroe 2.1 mi 5.3
Roy Neal Shelling Sr. Elementary Monroe 3.2 mi 3.4
New Vision Learning Academy Monroe 3.2 mi 3.2
Carroll Junior High School Monroe 3.4 mi 6.1
Carroll High School Monroe 3.4 mi 4.5
Riverbend Elementary School West Monroe 3.2 mi 4.2
J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School Monroe 3.5 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,883

Median Home Value

$77,400

Median Rent

$827/mo

Population

26,791

College Educated

10.9%

Homeownership

43.9%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

50.5%

Median Age

34.6

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Brown Upper Elementary School Springhill, LA 4.6
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Barkdull Faulk Elementary School Monroe, LA 4.5
Ecole Saint-Landry Sunset, LA 4.5
North Crowley Elementary School Crowley, LA 4.5
CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Carencro, LA 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shady Grove Elementary School

What grades does Shady Grove Elementary School serve?

Shady Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Shady Grove Elementary School?

Shady Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shady Grove Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shady Grove Elementary School rank in LA?

Shady Grove Elementary School ranks #1,083 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Shady Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shady Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shady Grove Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shady Grove Elementary School a charter school?

No, Shady Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shady Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Shady Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shady Grove Elementary School?

79.9% of students at Shady Grove 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Ouachita Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Ouachita Parish
District Enrollment
18,657
Schools in District
36
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,051
District Rank
#28 of 36

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