Serving 1,604 students in grades 9-12, Shelbyville Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,604 students
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelbyville Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Shelbyville, TN, covering approximately 474.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shelbyville Central High School's student population of 1,604 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
103 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
We see you, we hear you, and we love you!
School Rankings
Shelbyville Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelbyville Central High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1339 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Golden Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelbyville Central High School's ranking?
Shelbyville Central High School is ranked #1339 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Shelbyville Central High School often compared to?
Shelbyville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade High School, Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelbyville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Shelbyville Central High School is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Shelbyville Central High School?
1,604 students attend Shelbyville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Shelbyville Central High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Shelbyville Central High School offer ?
Shelbyville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelbyville Central High School part of?
Shelbyville Central High School is part of Bedford County School District.
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