Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shadow Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shadow Forest Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shadow Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadow Forest Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1075 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
65%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Shadow Forest Elementary School is ranked #1075 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shadow Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Shadow Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greentree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shadow Forest Elementary School?
626 students attend Shadow Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Shadow Forest Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadow Forest Elementary School?
Shadow Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shadow Forest Elementary School offer ?
Shadow Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shadow Forest Elementary School part of?
Shadow Forest Elementary School is part of Humble Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shadow Forest Elementary School located?
Shadow Forest Elementary School is located in the Kingwood Area neighborhood of Kingwood, TX. There are 14 other public schools located in Kingwood Area.
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