Serving 431 students in grades 6-8, Shelby Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shelby Middle School's student population of 431 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Shelby Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1160 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Middle School's ranking?
Shelby Middle School is ranked #1160 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Shelby Middle School?
431 students attend Shelby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Shelby Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelby Middle School?
Shelby Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelby Middle School offer ?
Shelby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelby Middle School part of?
Shelby Middle School is part of Shelby City School District.
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