Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shelby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shelby Elementary School's student population of 239 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelby Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
5%
32%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Elementary School's ranking?
Shelby Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Shelby Elementary School often compared to?
Shelby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elvin Hill Elementary School, Montevallo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Shelby Elementary School?
239 students attend Shelby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Shelby Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelby Elementary School?
Shelby Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelby Elementary School offer ?
Shelby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shelby Elementary School part of?
Shelby Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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