Shelby County High School is a secondary school located in the city of Columbiana in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is a part of Shelby County Schools.
Serving 572 students in grades 9-12, Shelby County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelby County High School serves the southeast part of Columbiana, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 214.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being around 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shelby County High School's student population of 572 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Shelby County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby County High 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
#787 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
13%
31%
White
73%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby County High School's ranking?
Shelby County High School is ranked #787 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Shelby County High School often compared to?
Shelby County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calera High School, Vincent Middle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelby County High School?
The graduation rate of Shelby County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Shelby County High School?
572 students attend Shelby County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Shelby County High 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 Shelby County High School?
Shelby County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelby County High School offer ?
Shelby County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No 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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