Best Schools in Shelby, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 High
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Northside High School
High · North Bolivar Cons School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$82,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$82,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +29.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Shelby schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Shelby
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northside High School | 6.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $21,689
- Median home value
- $82,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Shelby compares
Median household income
$22k
42% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Shelby, Mississippi
Shelby, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Shelby show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Shelby is Northside High School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shelby is served by 1 school district: NORTH BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 775 students.
Shelby's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $21,689. The poverty rate in the area is 59.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 365 students · 7th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Shelby
Shelby, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$21,689
Median Home Value
$82,400
Median Rent
$654/mo
Population
1,769
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
61%
Poverty Rate
59.8%
Community Profile
Shelby has a median household income of $21,689. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $82,400, with a median rent of $654/month. The area has a poverty rate of 59.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Shelby, Mississippi
How many schools are in Shelby, Mississippi?
Shelby has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shelby, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shelby is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Shelby, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Shelby on MySchoolScout is Northside High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Shelby, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Shelby on MySchoolScout is Northside High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Shelby, Mississippi?
Shelby is served by 1 school district: North Bolivar Cons School Dist.
What is the education level in Shelby, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Shelby have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shelby, Mississippi?
The median household income in Shelby is approximately $21,689 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shelby, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shelby is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shelby, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.