Shelby Valley High School is a public high school located in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. The school campus is situated on flat land in the rugged mountains of eastern Kentucky. There are 597 students currently enrolled in grades 9–12.
Serving 503 students in grades 9-12, Shelby Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Shelby Valley High School's student population of 503 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelby Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby Valley High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#372 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Valley High School's ranking?
Shelby Valley High School is ranked #372 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Shelby Valley High School often compared to?
Shelby Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pikeville High School, Belfry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelby Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Shelby Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Shelby Valley High School?
503 students attend Shelby Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Shelby Valley High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelby Valley High School?
Shelby Valley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shelby Valley High School offer ?
Shelby Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelby Valley High School part of?
Shelby Valley High School is part of Pike County School District.
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