Shadowbriar Elementary

Summary:

Shadowbriar Elementary is a public magnet elementary school in Houston, Texas, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 489. The school is part of the Houston Independent School District, which is ranked 572 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Shadowbriar Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of African American students (62.78%) compared to the surrounding schools, which range from 10-51% African American. The school's academic performance, as measured by STAAR test scores, is generally lower than the district and state averages across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in 2023-2024, only 36.73% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in STAAR Reading, compared to 44.66% for the district and 48.85% for the state. Additionally, the school's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with African American students performing better than the overall school, but Hispanic students and English Language Learners performing much worse.

When comparing Shadowbriar Elementary to nearby schools in the same district, such as Ray Daily Elementary and Askew Elementary, it becomes clear that Shadowbriar is underperforming academically. Both Ray Daily and Askew have higher STAAR test scores and better overall rankings than Shadowbriar. Furthermore, when comparing Shadowbriar to nearby charter schools, such as Sst Advancement and Alief Montessori Community School, the charter schools significantly outperform Shadowbriar on academic measures.


Detail:

Public, Magnet PK, KG-5

 2650 Shadowbriar Dr
       Houston, TX  77077-6000


(281) 368-2160

District: Houston Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1786th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,176 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  14.8 Help
Number of students:  489

Racial breakdown:

African American:
62.8%
Hispanic:
24.9%
White:
5.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  83.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Shadowbriar Elementary ranks better than 61.8% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 48th among 170 ranked elementary schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 56.22. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (62.8%), Hispanic (24.9%), White (5.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 83.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Shadowbriar Elementary is 14.8, which is the 27th best among 170 elementary schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Shadowbriar Elementary is $11,176, which is the 42nd highest among 170 elementary schools in the Houston Independent School District (Isd).
Schooldigger Rankings:

Shadowbriar Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Houston Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Houston Independent School District (Isd) 572nd of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Shadowbriar Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 44.06 2306th 3465 33.4%
2005 49.45 2045th 3475 41.2%
2006 27.27 2950th 3476 15.1%
2007 55.32 1941st 3724 47.9%
2008 49.96 2208th 3768 41.4%
2009 52.98 2086th 3884 46.3%
2010 33.96 3129th 3937 20.5%
2011 48.25 2515th 4095 38.6%
2012 28.62 3499th 4206 16.8%
2013 32.14 3302nd 4221 21.8%
2014 47.59 2481st 4260 41.8%
2015 28.76 3397th 4320 21.4%
2016 20.67 3700th 4286 13.7%
2017 25.07 3472nd 4329 19.8%
2018 37.31 2728th 4359 37.4%
2019 19.80 3931st 4479 12.2%
2021 23.15 3628th 4578 20.8%
2022 23.00 3781st 4581 17.5%
2023 31.21 3319th 4647 28.6%
2024 56.22 1786th 4675 61.8%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.91 1879th 3226 41.8%
2019 25.28 2883rd 3333 13.5%
2021 19.83 3209th 3446 6.9%
2022 20.51 3158th 3487 9.4%
2023 21.58 3188th 3556 10.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.24 3423rd 3558 3.8%
2019 20.69 3400th 3684 7.7%
2022 24.99 3386th 3952 14.3%
2023 45.11 1945th 4086 52.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.40 2392nd 4264 43.9%
2019 18.26 4030th 4309 6.5%
2021 23.05 3851st 4451 13.5%
2022 29.40 3552nd 4477 20.7%
2023 38.43 2981st 4521 34.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.95 1944th 4306 54.9%
2019 19.90 3873rd 4348 10.9%
2021 24.36 3575th 4499 20.5%
2022 20.22 3996th 4561 12.4%
2023 31.73 3282nd 4588 28.5%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.28 2376th 3106 23.5%
2019 32.75 2605th 3184 18.2%
2021 37.41 2150th 3006 28.5%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.40 2997th 4240 29.3%
2019 23.23 3807th 4295 11.4%
2021 32.73 3140th 4331 27.5%
2022 30.67 3467th 4461 22.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 27.59 3393rd 4319 21.4%
2019 23.14 3700th 4357 15.1%
2021 24.63 3548th 4498 21.1%
2022 27.99 3511th 4563 23.1%
2023 33.43 3164th 4585 31.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 32.96 1788th 2483 28.0%
2019 21.96 2246th 2515 10.7%
2021 32.73 1731st 2444 29.2%
2022 37.40 1572nd 2421 35.1%
2023 51.91 1009th 2443 58.7%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.72 1781st 4168 57.3%
2019 41.76 2513th 4188 40.0%
2021 22.92 3704th 4329 14.4%
2022 35.51 3063rd 4376 30.0%
2023 26.34 3585th 4401 18.5%
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Rank History for White students at Shadowbriar Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.97 873rd 3127 72.1%
2019 29.94 2443rd 3142 22.2%
2021 31.23 2302nd 3082 25.3%
2022 24.37 2601st 3082 15.6%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Shadowbriar Elementary Test Scores
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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Open Quote If you expect to be treated with respect as a parent, don't count on it at Shadowbriar. Great scores in 2011, but don't expect the same after the new administrator (with a grand total of 3 months prior experience as an administrator and only one true year of teaching "experience") destroys the existing system in the name of "uniformity." Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Open Quote I think this school is wonderful.It is great for you and your child(s).The teachers are funny,and smart.I wouldnt know why you will not like ShadowBriar!!!!!:) Close Quote



Enrollment information for Shadowbriar Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1997 132 47 23 65 0 n/a n/a 0 267
1998 114 63 11 68 0 n/a n/a 0 256
1999 110 61 26 63 0 n/a n/a 0 260
2000 132 46 21 60 0 n/a n/a 0 259
2001 116 71 14 85 3 n/a n/a 0 289
2002 243 212 30 162 1 n/a n/a 0 648
2003 243 212 30 162 1 n/a n/a 0 648
2004 222 189 38 162 3 n/a n/a 0 614
2005 194 176 37 173 3 n/a n/a 0 583
2006 167 192 35 173 1 n/a n/a 0 568
2007 182 145 40 151 0 n/a n/a 0 518
2008 119 138 21 123 0 n/a n/a 0 401
2009 130 145 16 146 0 n/a n/a 0 437
2010 124 162 26 135 2 n/a n/a 0 449
2011 99 164 25 133 0 1 12 0 434
2012 83 163 18 129 0 0 5 0 398
2013 68 140 16 131 1 1 8 0 365
2014 69 142 15 153 4 1 8 0 392
2015 67 158 8 158 1 2 5 0 399
2016 103 220 20 205 4 1 9 0 562
2017 101 296 24 168 0 1 11 0 601
2018 85 268 14 158 2 0 12 0 539
2019 71 316 25 168 0 0 16 0 596
2020 53 374 32 172 1 0 13 0 645
2021 40 285 18 129 2 1 9 0 484
2022 27 327 12 140 4 0 11 0 521
2023 26 307 14 122 5 0 15 0 489

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Shadowbriar Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1997 267 17.3 15.4 29.2
1998 256 14.0 18.3 32
1999 260 16.9 15.4 33.8
2000 259 16.4 15.8 24.3
2001 289 17.5 16.5 38.1
2002 648 39.0 16.6 45.2
2003 648 39.0 16.6 45.2
2004 614 36.9 16.6 47.4
2005 583 37.0 15.8 46.5
2006 568 35.0 16.2 53.3
2007 518 35.4 14.6 46.9
2008 401 30.0 13.4 49.9
2009 437 29.0 15.1 49.9
2010 449 30.9 14.5 49.4
2011 434 30.9 14.0 46.8
2012 398 28.0 14.2 41
2013 365 26.0 14.0 75.3
2014 392 27.0 14.5 73.7
2015 399 28.0 14.2 72.2
2016 562 33.0 17.0 62.5
2017 601 33.7 17.7 69.4
2018 539 32.0 16.8 67.5
2019 596 36.0 16.5 72
2020 645 36.0 17.9 78.1
2021 484 36.0 13.4 75
2022 521 29.1 17.8 81.6
2023 489 32.9 14.8 83.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Shadowbriar Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1997 267 17.3 15.4 29.2
1998 256 14.0 18.3 32
1999 260 16.9 15.4 33.8
2000 259 16.4 15.8 24.3
2001 289 17.5 16.5 38.1
2002 648 39.0 16.6 45.2
2003 648 39.0 16.6 45.2
2004 614 36.9 16.6 47.4
2005 583 37.0 15.8 46.5
2006 568 35.0 16.2 53.3
2007 518 35.4 14.6 46.9
2008 401 30.0 13.4 49.9
2009 437 29.0 15.1 49.9
2010 449 30.9 14.5 49.4
2011 434 30.9 14.0 46.8
2012 398 28.0 14.2 41
2013 365 26.0 14.0 75.3
2014 392 27.0 14.5 73.7
2015 399 28.0 14.2 72.2
2016 562 33.0 17.0 62.5
2017 601 33.7 17.7 69.4
2018 539 32.0 16.8 67.5
2019 596 36.0 16.5 72
2020 645 36.0 17.9 78.1
2021 484 36.0 13.4 75
2022 521 29.1 17.8 81.6
2023 489 32.9 14.8 83.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Shadowbriar Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,352 (16.4%) $6,871 (83.5%) $8,224
2020 $1,514 (16.0%) $7,965 (84.0%) $9,478
2021 $1,205 (10.8%) $9,971 (89.2%) $11,176

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Shadowbriar Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 3931st of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 3319th of 4647 Elementary schools
 16.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Shadowbriar Elementary)2940
 11%
   3rd Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3946
 7%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Shadowbriar Elementary)3024
 6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4541
 4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Shadowbriar Elementary)2935
 6%
   4th Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))3840
 2%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Shadowbriar Elementary)2941
 12%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4443
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
5th Grade Reading (Shadowbriar Elementary)3638
 2%
   5th Grade Reading (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4449
 5%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Shadowbriar Elementary)2938
 9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Houston Independent School District (Isd))5344
 9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Shadowbriar Elementary)3130
 1%
   5th Grade Science (Houston Independent School District (Isd))4027
 13%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students596489
 18%
African American316307
 2.8%
American Indian05
Asian2514
 44%
Hispanic168122
 27.4%
Pacific Islander00
White7126
 63.4%
Two or More Races1615
 6.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients72%83.6%
 11.7%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 489 students attended Shadowbriar Elementary.

Students at Shadowbriar Elementary are 63% African American, 25% Hispanic, 5% White, 3% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 1% American Indian.

Shadowbriar Elementary ranks 1786th of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Texas Education Agency.

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