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Shady Brook EL
Elementary School · HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD
2601 SHADY BROOK DR, Bedford, TX 76021
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,506 of 8,552
In Bedford
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#28 of 29
HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD
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Shady Brook EL
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About Shady Brook EL
Shady Brook EL is a public elementary school in Bedford, TX, part of HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD. Shady Brook EL serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Brook EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,506 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Shady Brook EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Shady Brook EL — Students at Shady Brook EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 5.4/10.
How Shady Brook EL Compares
See how Shady Brook EL 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
2601 SHADY BROOK DR, Bedford, TX 76021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Brook EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRANSFORD EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Colleyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is W A PORTER EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEDFORD HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bedford, see our Bedford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELL H S Hurst | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BEDFORD J H Bedford | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| BEDFORD HEIGHTS EL Bedford | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MIDCITIES MONTESSORI Bedford | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| STONEGATE EL Bedford | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colleyville | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI AT THE COURTYARD Bedford | 1.3 mi | — |
| SHADY OAKS EL Hurst | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| BELL MANOR EL Bedford | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE MID-CITIES Hurst | 1.7 mi | — |
| SPRING GARDEN EL Bedford | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HARRISON LANE EL Hurst | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BRANSFORD EL Colleyville | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| W A PORTER EL Hurst | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| BELLAIRE EL Hurst | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ALTER ED PROG Euless | 2.2 mi | — |
| CENTRAL J H Euless | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| KEYS H S Euless | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MEADOW CREEK EL Bedford | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HURST J H Hurst | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,745
Median Home Value
$349,800
Median Rent
$1,432/mo
Population
35,437
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Brook EL
What grades does Shady Brook EL serve?
Shady Brook EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Shady Brook EL?
Shady Brook EL has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Brook EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Brook EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shady Brook EL rank in TX?
Shady Brook EL ranks #5,506 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Shady Brook EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Brook EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Brook EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shady Brook EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shady Brook EL a charter school?
No, Shady Brook EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shady Brook EL a Title I school?
No, Shady Brook EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shady Brook EL?
62.5% of students at Shady Brook EL 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (817) 354-3513
Resources & Links
District
HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,226
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,260
- District Rank
- #28 of 29
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