Serving 1,073 students in grades 7-9, Shelby Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelby Junior High School serves the northeast part of Utica, MI, covering an area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shelby Junior High School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,073 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelby Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby Junior High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#603 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Junior High School's ranking?
Shelby Junior High School is ranked #603 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Shelby Junior High School often compared to?
Shelby Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malow Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Shelby Junior High School?
1,073 students attend Shelby Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Shelby Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelby Junior High School?
Shelby Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shelby Junior High School offer ?
Shelby Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelby Junior High School part of?
Shelby Junior High School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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