Shelby High School is a high school in Shelby, Michigan. It is part of the Shelby 51±¬ÁÏ district.
Serving 352 students in grades 9-12, Shelby High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shelby High School's student population of 352 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Shelby High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2154 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
40%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby High School's ranking?
Shelby High School is ranked #2154 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Shelby High School often compared to?
Shelby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pentwater 51±¬ÁÏ, Walkerville 51±¬ÁÏ by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelby High School?
The graduation rate of Shelby High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Shelby High School?
352 students attend Shelby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Shelby High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelby High School?
Shelby High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelby High School offer ?
Shelby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelby High School part of?
Shelby High School is part of Shelby School District.
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