Very Good
#2532 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Shady Oaks EL
Elementary School · HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD
1400 CAVENDER DR, Hurst, TX 76053
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,532 of 8,552
In Hurst
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#13 of 29
HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Shady Oaks EL
Elementary School in Hurst · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shady Oaks EL
Shady Oaks EL is a public elementary school in Hurst, TX, part of HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD. Shady Oaks EL serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,532 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Shady Oaks EL show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Shady Oaks EL — Students at Shady Oaks EL score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
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: 6.9/10.
How Shady Oaks EL Compares
See how Shady Oaks 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
1400 CAVENDER DR, Hurst, TX 76053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Oaks EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W A PORTER EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HURST HILLS EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEDFORD HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bedford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hurst, see our Hurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRISON LANE EL Hurst | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| BELL H S Hurst | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| STONEGATE EL Bedford | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| MIDCITIES MONTESSORI Bedford | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| DONNA PARK Hurst | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HURST J H Hurst | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE COLLEGIATE ACADEMY AT TCC NE Hurst | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BEDFORD J H Bedford | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SHADY BROOK EL Bedford | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BELLAIRE EL Hurst | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| HURST HILLS EL Hurst | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BIRDVILLE H S North Richland Hills | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE MID-CITIES Hurst | 2.0 mi | — |
| WALKER CREEK EL North Richland Hills | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| W A PORTER EL Hurst | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BEDFORD HEIGHTS EL Bedford | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY AT CARRIE F THOMAS North Richland Hills | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colleyville | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| BELL MANOR EL Bedford | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL J H Euless | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,402
Median Home Value
$254,800
Median Rent
$1,322/mo
Population
31,377
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Oaks EL
What grades does Shady Oaks EL serve?
Shady Oaks EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Shady Oaks EL?
Shady Oaks EL has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Oaks EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Oaks EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shady Oaks EL rank in TX?
Shady Oaks EL ranks #2,532 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Shady Oaks EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Oaks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Oaks EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shady Oaks EL has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shady Oaks EL a charter school?
No, Shady Oaks EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shady Oaks EL a Title I school?
No, Shady Oaks EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shady Oaks EL?
70.6% of students at Shady Oaks 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
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (817) 285-3240
Resources & Links
District
HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,226
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,260
- District Rank
- #13 of 29
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