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#1473 of 2,221 schools in MO
North Shelby Elem.
Elementary School · NORTH SHELBY
3071 HWY 15, Shelbyville, MO 63469
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,473 of 2,221
In Shelbyville
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
NORTH SHELBY
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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North Shelby Elem.
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About North Shelby Elem.
North Shelby Elem. is a public elementary school in Shelbyville, MO, part of NORTH SHELBY. North Shelby Elem. serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shelby Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,473 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for North Shelby Elem. show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, North Shelby Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
North Shelby Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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North Shelby Elem. — Students at North Shelby Elem. score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How North Shelby Elem. Compares
See how North Shelby Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3071 HWY 15, Shelbyville, MO 63469
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shelby Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARIS ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Paris), which scores notably higher. Another option is KNOX CO. ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby Edina), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holliday C-2 School District (rated 6.7/10, 24.5 miles away, in nearby Holliday), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelbyville, see our Shelbyville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbyville | 0.0 mi | 8.8 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel | 7.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelbina | 9.6 mi | — |
| SOUTH SHELBY ELEMENTARY Shelbina | 9.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbina | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTH SHELBY MIDDLE SCHOOL Shelbina | 9.7 mi | 5.8 |
| MARION CO. ELEM. Philadelphia | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MARION CO. HIGH Philadelphia | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina | 23.5 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. HIGH Edina | 23.5 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City | 20.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MONROE CITY MIDDLE Monroe City | 20.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MONROE CITY ELEM. Monroe City | 20.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MONROE CITY R-I HIGH Monroe City | 20.5 mi | 9.0 |
| FAITH WALK ACADEMY Paris | 24.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND JR.-SR. HIGH Lewistown | 20.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Holliday C-2 School District Holliday | 24.5 mi | 6.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown | 21.0 mi | 3.1 |
| PARIS ELEM. Paris | 25.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PARIS HIGH Paris | 25.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,500
Median Home Value
$102,300
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
853
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
75.7%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. Kansas City, MO | 5.6 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arnold, MO | 5.6 |
| ORRICK ELEM. Orrick, MO | 5.6 |
| SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Washington, MO | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shelby Elem.
What grades does North Shelby Elem. serve?
North Shelby Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend North Shelby Elem.?
North Shelby Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shelby Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shelby Elem. is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Shelby Elem. rank in MO?
North Shelby Elem. ranks #1,473 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is North Shelby Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
North Shelby Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Shelby Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Shelby Elem. has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Shelby Elem. a charter school?
No, North Shelby Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Shelby Elem. a Title I school?
No, North Shelby Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Shelby Elem.?
27.5% of students at North Shelby Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.8%
- Phone
- (573) 633-2401
Resources & Links
District
NORTH SHELBY- District Enrollment
- 294
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,204
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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