Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shady Brook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shady Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shady Brook Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shady Brook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Brook Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2351 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)25-29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
36%
22%
Black
29%
24%
White
24%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Brook Elementary School is ranked #2351 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shady Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred L Wilson Elementary School, Winecoff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Shady Brook Elementary School?
322 students attend Shady Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Shady Brook Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Brook Elementary School?
Shady Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shady Brook Elementary School offer ?
Shady Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Brook Elementary School part of?
Shady Brook Elementary School is part of Kannapolis City Schools.
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