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Shady Grove Elementary School

Public | K-4 | 506 students

 
 
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Posted February 26, 2012

The school is absolutely fantastic and is focussed on the children first! Excellent teachers that really care!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 18, 2010

We just moved to the area and our kids started school here in August. It was a HUGE change from our last school! Teachers are loving, helpful, and welcoming and the students are great! We love it here!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 28, 2010

My son went to Kindergarten at Shady Grove. We loved the staff and size of the school! Great choice!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2010

Careing teachers and staff!! Shady Grove Stars rock
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 1, 2008

Fabulous down to earth basics PLUS incredible personal time with the kids. My children love this school and I love this school! The new principal, Mr. Mantz was exactly what the school needed!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 11, 2008

I heard this school was wonderful but my experiences were anything but. There is a bit of an elitist attitude with both parents and teachers. We experienced an over-bearing teacher in one grade and then experienced a teacher who did not properly address a bullying issue that my son had to contend with all year long. The art program is below average. The only outstanding program was the music one. The teacher that runs that is outstanding.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 5, 2008

It's a Texas Public School... Very average, lots of helicopter moms ruining the learning environment and the teachers are really hit or miss with their ability.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 8, 2007

I am very impressed with Shady Grove. They access each child individually - and encourage creative, academic and social growth. My child is learning two grades above her level in reading, which I can attribute to both parent and teacher cooperation within the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 1, 2006

I was totally unimpressed with this school. When changing to a different district my children were not prepared at all.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 29, 2006

We have been at Shady Grove for 6 years and we love it! The teachers are wonderful, the curriculum is outstanding and the parents are extremely involved.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 7, 2006

Great school! It cares about its kids. The parent involvement is over the top. The music and art are outstanding. I wish there was a better year end showcase of student talents. Otherwise its a great place.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 22, 2004

My children have been attending Shady Grove for many years. We are very pleased with it. Mrs. Flores, the principal, runs the school very well, and knows what is going on in her classrooms. Mrs. George, the Assistant Principal, is also very involved and does her job well. The teachers are wonderful! I would definitly recommend this school to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 2, 2004

I have been very impressed with the administration, staff, and programs offered at Shady Grove. My oldest child was in the Excel program, so she was challenged with interesting academic activities. My youngest child has learning difficulties, and her needs were addressed early on. All the staff appear caring and nurturing and parents are a welcome part of the educational process.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

102 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

100 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

108 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

109 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
94%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

107 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
97%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students92%
Female92%
Male92%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education83%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students97%
Female98%
Male96%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special educationn/a
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students97%
Female96%
Male98%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special educationn/a
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students97%
Female98%
Male96%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special educationn/a
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students99%
Female98%
Male100%
Black or African Americann/a
Asian100%
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special educationn/a
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Exemplary".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 76% 31%
Hispanic 9% 50%
Asian 8% 3%
Black 3% 13%
Two or more races 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 10%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 11%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 2%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 2%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 0%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 24%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 30%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 24%N/A23%
21 or more years 22%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

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1400 Sarah Brooks Dr
Keller, TX 76248
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