Serving 599 students in grades 9-12, Shelby County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Shelby County High School's student population of 599 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Shelby County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby County High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby County High School's ranking?
Shelby County High School is ranked #679 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Shelby County High School often compared to?
Shelby County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calera High School, Vincent Middle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelby County High School?
The graduation rate of Shelby County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Shelby County High School?
599 students attend Shelby County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Shelby County High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelby County High School?
Shelby County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shelby County High School offer ?
Shelby County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shelby County High School part of?
Shelby County High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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