Serving 345 students in grades 9-12, Shelbyville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelbyville High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Shelbyville, IL, encompassing approximately 140.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 10.3 miles to its furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelbyville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shelbyville High School's student population of 345 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Preparing locally, excelling globally, to build a stronger community
School Rankings
Shelbyville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelbyville High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelbyville High School's ranking?
Shelbyville High School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelbyville High School?
The graduation rate of Shelbyville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Shelbyville High School?
345 students attend Shelbyville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Shelbyville High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelbyville High School?
Shelbyville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shelbyville High School offer ?
Shelbyville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shelbyville High School part of?
Shelbyville High School is part of Shelbyville CUSD 4 School District.
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