For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,043 students in 49455, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in 49455, MI are Shelby Middle School, Shelby High School and Shelby Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49455 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49455, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49455, MI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelby Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 N State St
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-4521
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-4521
Gr: 6-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Shelby High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
641 N State St
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-4452
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-4452
Gr: 9-12 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Shelby Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1285 S Oceana Dr
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-5541
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-5541
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49455, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49455, MI include Shelby Middle School, Shelby High School and Shelby Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49455?
3 public schools are located in 49455.
What is the racial composition of students in 49455?
49455 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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