For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,984 students in 44875, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 169 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 44875, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 44875, OH are Shelby Elementary School, Shelby Middle School and Shelby High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44875 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44875, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44875, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelby Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
109 W Smiley Ave
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-4641
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-4641
Gr: PK-5 | 916 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Shelby Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 W Smiley Ave
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 347-5451
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 347-5451
Gr: 6-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Shelby High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Whippet Way
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-5065
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-5065
Gr: 9-12 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Pioneer Career & Technology
Vocational School
27 Ryan Rd
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 347-7744
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 347-7744
Gr: 5-12 | 1,115 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
44875, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
109 Auburn Ave
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-5456
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-5456
Gr: K-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
25 High School Ave
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-6593
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-6593
Gr: PK | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
111 E Whitney Ave
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-2681
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-2681
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44875, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44875, OH include Shelby Elementary School, Shelby Middle School and Shelby High School.
How many public schools are located in 44875?
4 public schools are located in 44875.
What percentage of students in 44875 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 44875 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44875?
44875 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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