Below Average
#824 of 883 private schools in TX
Shady Oak Primary School
Middle School
600 MAIN ST, Richmond, TX 77469
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#824 of 883
In Richmond
#4 of 4
public schools
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Shady Oak Primary School
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About Shady Oak Primary School
Shady Oak Primary School is a private middle school in Richmond, TX. Shady Oak Primary School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Oak Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Shady Oak Primary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Shady Oak Primary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shady Oak Primary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Shady Oak Primary School compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shady Oak Primary School (this school) | 4.4 |
| JANE LONG EL | 5.7 |
| T L PINK EL | 4.4 |
| SMITH EL | 6.9 |
| PHELAN EL | 5.5 |
| IRMA DRU HUTCHISON EL | 6.4 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL | 7.3 |
| JOHN ARREDONDO EL | 8.0 |
| MANFORD WILLIAMS EL | 8.0 |
| FROST EL | 7.7 |
| PECAN GROVE EL | 5.9 |
| CORA THOMAS EL | 6.8 |
| MEYER EL | 6.1 |
| DON CARTER EL | 8.6 |
| JAMES C NEILL EL | 7.9 |
| OAKLAND EL | 7.8 |
| WILLIAM VELASQUEZ EL | 5.7 |
| MALALA YOUSAFZAI | 8.5 |
| JUDGE JAMES C ADOLPHUS EL | 7.9 |
| CAROLYN AND VERNON MADDEN EL | 8.5 |
| BENTLEY EL | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Richmond
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
600 MAIN ST, Richmond, TX 77469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Oak Primary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAMAR JH (rated 4.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rosenberg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GEORGE JH (rated 2.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Rosenberg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHADY OAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 0.1 mi | — |
| JANE LONG EL Richmond | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BRIDGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Richmond | 0.2 mi | — |
| CALVARY EPISCOPAL PREPARATORY Richmond | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| JUAN SEGUIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Richmond | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR Richmond | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| T L PINK EL Richmond | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| SMITH EL Richmond | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| LAMAR JH Rosenberg | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| LAMAR CONS H S Rosenberg | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PHELAN EL Richmond | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKESMITH DAVINCI Brookesmith | 1.9 mi | — |
| FORT BEND CO ALTER Rosharon | 2.2 mi | — |
| FORT BEND CO ALTER Katy | 2.2 mi | — |
| FORT BEND CO ALTER Rosenberg | 2.2 mi | — |
| B F TERRY H S Rosenberg | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GEORGE JH Rosenberg | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| LIVING WATER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rosenberg | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| IRMA DRU HUTCHISON EL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| TRAVIS EL Rosenberg | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,546
Median Home Value
$315,000
Median Rent
$1,675/mo
Population
65,159
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEVERETTS CHAPEL J H Laird Hill, TX | 4.8 |
| GOODRICH MIDDLE Goodrich, TX | 5.2 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES Port Arthur, TX | 5.3 |
| HULL-DAISETTA J H Daisetta, TX | 3.1 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville, TX | 5.8 |
| WINTERGARTEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crystal City, TX | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Oak Primary School
What grades does Shady Oak Primary School serve?
Shady Oak Primary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Shady Oak Primary School?
Shady Oak Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Oak Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Oak Primary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shady Oak Primary School rank in TX?
Shady Oak Primary School ranks #824 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Shady Oak Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Oak Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shady Oak Primary School a private school?
Yes, Shady Oak Primary School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Shady Oak Primary School a religious school?
Shady Oak Primary School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Phone
- (281) 344-1291
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