South Shades Crest Elementary School's state ranking declined from #102 in 2016 to #340 in 2018, indicating a downward trend in overall school performance within Alabama.
Math proficiency decreased from 69% in 2019 to 48% in 2023, remaining higher than the state average of 30% but below the district's 60% in 2023.
Reading proficiency improved to 74% in 2022, consistently higher than the state average of 47%, showing recovery from lower rates in prior years.
Enrollment fluctuated, peaking at 868 students in 1999 and settling at 500 students in 2023, with minority enrollment at 45%, reflecting moderate demographic diversity for this Birmingham, AL elementary school.
Serving grades PK through 2 with 500 students and a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, South Shades Crest qualifies as a Title I school providing early childhood education in the Hoover City district.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: 55%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Attendance Zone: Birmingham area schools serve students typically within a 5-10 minute drive, averaging 2.5 miles, with a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Shades Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
South Shades Crest Elementary School's student population of 534 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn it, live it everyday
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Shades Crest Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
18%
31%
White
57%
50%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Shades Crest Elementary School often compared to?
South Shades Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trace Crossings Elementary School, Deer Valley Elementary School, Green Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend South Shades Crest Elementary School?
534 students attend South Shades Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Shades Crest Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Shades Crest Elementary School?
South Shades Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Shades Crest Elementary School offer ?
South Shades Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Shades Crest Elementary School part of?
South Shades Crest Elementary School is part of Hoover City School District.
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