Shelby County High School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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(offers virtual instruction)




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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Shelby County High School often compared to?
Shelby County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha Layne Collins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelby County High School?
The graduation rate of Shelby County High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shelby County High School?
982 students attend Shelby County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Shelby County High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelby County High School?
Shelby County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shelby County High School offer ?
Shelby County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelby County High School part of?
Shelby County High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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