Serving 129 students in grades 7-12, North Shelby High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Shelby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Shelby High School's student population of 129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Providing Pathways For Successful Lives
School Rankings
North Shelby High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shelby High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
95%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shelby High School's ranking?
North Shelby High School is ranked #327 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Shelby High School?
The graduation rate of North Shelby High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Shelby High School?
129 students attend North Shelby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Shelby High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Shelby High School?
North Shelby High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Shelby High School offer ?
North Shelby High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Shelby High School part of?
North Shelby High School is part of North Shelby School District.
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