Serving 857 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Shelbyville School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelbyville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Shelbyville School's student population of 857 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Proud of the Past...Building for the Future
School Rankings
Shelbyville School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelbyville School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2206 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
74%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelbyville School's ranking?
Shelbyville School is ranked #2206 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shelbyville School often compared to?
Shelbyville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tenaha Schools, Center High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelbyville School?
The graduation rate of Shelbyville School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shelbyville School?
857 students attend Shelbyville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Shelbyville School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelbyville School?
Shelbyville School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shelbyville School offer ?
Shelbyville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Shelbyville School part of?
Shelbyville School is part of Shelbyville Independent School District.
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