For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 635 students in 63468, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 63468, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63468, MO are South Shelby High School, South Shelby Middle School and South Shelby Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63468 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63468, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63468, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Shelby High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4154 Hwy 36
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-4163
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-4163
Gr: 9-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
South Shelby Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4152 Hwy 36
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-2208
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-2208
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
South Shelby Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6685 Shelby 419
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-2181
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-2181
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
63468, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ne Mo Specl. Ed. Coop (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
206 E Walnut Suite B
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-4165
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 588-4165
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63468, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63468, MO include South Shelby High School, South Shelby Middle School and South Shelby Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63468?
3 public schools are located in 63468.
What percentage of students in 63468 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 63468 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63468?
63468 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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