Serving 831 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Shelbyville School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelbyville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Shelbyville School's student population of 831 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shelbyville School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelbyville School is 0.44, 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
#1894 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
73%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelbyville School's ranking?
Shelbyville School is ranked #1894 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shelbyville School often compared to?
Shelbyville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center High School, Tenaha Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelbyville School?
The graduation rate of Shelbyville School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shelbyville School?
831 students attend Shelbyville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Shelbyville School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelbyville School?
Shelbyville School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shelbyville School offer ?
Shelbyville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Shelbyville School part of?
Shelbyville School is part of Shelbyville Independent School District.
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