Needs Improvement
#2416 of 2,648 schools in NC
Shady Brook Elementary
Elementary School · Kannapolis City Schools
903 Rogers Lake Road, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,416 of 2,648
In Kannapolis
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Kannapolis City Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Shady Brook Elementary
Shady Brook Elementary is a public elementary school in Kannapolis, NC, part of Kannapolis City Schools. Shady Brook Elementary serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Brook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,416 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Shady Brook Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Shady Brook Elementary 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 Brook Elementary — Students at Shady Brook Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.4/10.
How Shady Brook Elementary Compares
See how Shady Brook Elementary 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
903 Rogers Lake Road, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Brook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Royal Oaks Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GW Carver Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Concord Lake STEAM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kannapolis, see our Kannapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kannapolis Middle Kannapolis | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Fred L Wilson Elementary Kannapolis | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Charles E Boger Elementary Kannapolis | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Kannapolis | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| GW Carver Elementary Kannapolis | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwest Cabarrus High Concord | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwest Cabarrus Middle Concord | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| A L Brown High Kannapolis | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Winecoff Elementary Concord | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Forest Park Elementary Kannapolis | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| North Kannapolis Elementary Kannapolis | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early Coll Concord | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Concord Lake STEAM Academy Kannapolis | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Jackson Park Elementary Kannapolis | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute Concord | 3.6 mi | — |
| Beverly Hills Elementary Concord | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cabarrus Early College of Technology Concord | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Valor Preparatory Academy Concord | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,167
Median Home Value
$257,300
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
29,071
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
38.9
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|---|---|
| J T Barber Elementary New Bern, NC | 3.8 |
| John W Dillard Academy Madison, NC | 3.8 |
| Liberty Drive Elementary Thomasville, NC | 3.8 |
| Lucile Souders Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 3.8 |
| Micaville Elementary Micaville, NC | 3.8 |
| Movement School Southwest Charlotte, NC | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Brook Elementary
What grades does Shady Brook Elementary serve?
Shady Brook Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Shady Brook Elementary?
Shady Brook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Brook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Brook Elementary 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 Brook Elementary rank in NC?
Shady Brook Elementary ranks #2,416 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Shady Brook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Brook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Shady Brook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shady Brook Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Shady Brook Elementary a charter school?
No, Shady Brook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shady Brook Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shady Brook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shady Brook Elementary?
99.0% of students at Shady Brook Elementary 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
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cabarrus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (704) 933-2434
Resources & Links
District
Kannapolis City Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,385
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,142
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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