Serving 242 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). 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 13:1 is lower than 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 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelby Elementary School serves the southern part of Shelby, AL, covering an area of approximately 56.5 square miles. Most families live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the school's edge, reaching up to 7.3 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Shelby Elementary School's student population of 242 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelby Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 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 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
4%
31%
White
87%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Elementary School's ranking?
Shelby Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,275 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, Wilsonville 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 30% 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?
242 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, 4% of students are Black, and 2% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelby Elementary School offer ?
Shelby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelby Elementary School part of?
Shelby Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
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