Below Average
#680 of 863 schools in MS
Based on limited data
Shadow Oaks Elementary School
Elementary School · DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST
3780 SHADOW OAKS PARKWAY, Horn Lake, MS 38637
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#680 of 863
In Horn Lake
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#24 of 39
DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST
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Shadow Oaks Elementary School
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About Shadow Oaks Elementary School
Shadow Oaks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Horn Lake, MS, part of DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. Shadow Oaks Elementary School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shadow Oaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #680 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Shadow Oaks 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Shadow Oaks Elementary School Compares
See how Shadow Oaks 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
3780 SHADOW OAKS PARKWAY, Horn Lake, MS 38637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shadow Oaks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westhaven Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Horn Lake, see our Horn Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORN LAKE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horn Lake | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| HORN LAKE ELEM Horn Lake | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| HORN LAKE HIGH Horn Lake | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| HORN LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Horn Lake | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 3.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL Southaven | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Geeter School Memphis | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 4.5 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHAVEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southaven | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 4.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,847
Median Home Value
$158,900
Median Rent
$1,293/mo
Population
26,622
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 4.9 |
| REUBEN B. MYERS CANTON SCHOOL OF AR Canton, MS | 4.9 |
| SOUTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg, MS | 4.9 |
| VERONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona, MS | 4.9 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport, MS | 5.0 |
| ROSELAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune, MS | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shadow Oaks Elementary School
What grades does Shadow Oaks Elementary School serve?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Shadow Oaks Elementary School?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shadow Oaks Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shadow Oaks Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shadow Oaks Elementary School rank in MS?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School ranks #680 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Shadow Oaks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shadow Oaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shadow Oaks Elementary School a charter school?
No, Shadow Oaks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shadow Oaks Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Shadow Oaks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shadow Oaks Elementary School?
83.6% of students at Shadow Oaks 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeSoto County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (662) 393-4585
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 34,819
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,525
- District Rank
- #24 of 39
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