Serving 136 students in grades 6-8, South Shelby Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Shelby Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Shelby Middle School's student population of 136 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
South Shelby Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Shelby Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1442 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
87%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Shelby Middle School's ranking?
South Shelby Middle School is ranked #1442 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Shelby Middle School?
136 students attend South Shelby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Shelby Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Shelby Middle School?
South Shelby Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Shelby Middle School offer ?
South Shelby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Shelby Middle School part of?
South Shelby Middle School is part of Shelby County R-IV School District.
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