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Shadydale EL

Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD

5905 TIDWELL RD, Houston, TX 77016

Featured in: Best Elementary Schools in Houston

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,989 of 8,552

In Houston

#451 of 723

public schools

In district

#169 of 272

HOUSTON ISD

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Shadydale EL

5.3/10

Elementary School in Houston · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Shadydale EL

Shadydale EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Shadydale EL serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shadydale EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,989 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Shadydale EL show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Shadydale EL 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.68 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,072
Chronic Absenteeism42.9%

Shadydale EL — Students at Shadydale EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 22 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
14.7%
ELA
30.5%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
33%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Shadydale EL Compares

See how Shadydale EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in TX
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5905 TIDWELL RD, Houston, TX 77016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shadydale EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERRY EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLIARD EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ESCAMILLA EL (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston 1.1 mi 6.9
COOK JR EL Houston 1.8 mi 5.3
KASHMERE H S Houston 1.9 mi 4.3
MCGOWEN EL Houston 2.1 mi 5.6
NORTH EAST STEM ACADEMY Houston 2.2 mi 3.4
SCARBOROUGH EL Houston 2.2 mi 5.1
RODERICK R PAIGE EL Houston 2.2 mi 5.0
EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville 2.4 mi 5.9
GARCIA EL Houston 2.2 mi 4.2
COOP EL Houston 2.3 mi 6.0
BERRY EL Houston 2.5 mi 8.3
KEY MIDDLE Houston 2.8 mi 5.5
ESCAMILLA EL Houston 3.0 mi 7.1
GARCIA-LEZA EC/PK/K Houston 3.0 mi 5.8
ORANGE GROVE EL Houston 3.0 mi 3.3
HILLIARD EL Houston 2.7 mi 7.8
KASHMERE GARDENS EL Houston 3.1 mi 4.6
WORSHAM EL Houston 3.1 mi 5.7
FONWOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston 2.8 mi 6.2
IDEA HARDY ACADEMY Houston 3.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,411

Median Home Value

$111,900

Median Rent

$1,163/mo

Population

29,480

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

62.1%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shadydale EL

What grades does Shadydale EL serve?

Shadydale EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Shadydale EL?

Shadydale EL has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shadydale EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Shadydale EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shadydale EL rank in TX?

Shadydale EL ranks #5,989 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Shadydale EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Shadydale EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Shadydale EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shadydale EL has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

Is Shadydale EL a charter school?

No, Shadydale EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shadydale EL a Title I school?

No, Shadydale EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shadydale EL?

98.7% of students at Shadydale 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.9%

District

HOUSTON ISD
District Enrollment
184,109
Schools in District
274
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,072
District Rank
#169 of 272

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