Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shelby Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Shelby Academy's student population of 290 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
We teach like our children go here.
School Rankings
Shelby Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby Academy is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1236 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
61%
11%
White
24%
71%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Academy's ranking?
Shelby Academy is ranked #1236 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Shelby Academy?
290 students attend Shelby Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Shelby Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelby Academy?
Shelby Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shelby Academy offer ?
Shelby Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelby Academy part of?
Shelby Academy is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Shelby Academy located?
Shelby Academy is located in the Saint Joseph neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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