Excellent
#112 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
North Shelby Elem.
Elementary School · NORTH SHELBY
3071 HWY 15, Shelbyville, MO 63469
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Shelbyville
#1 of 2
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#79 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 2
NORTH SHELBY
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About North Shelby Elem.
North Shelby Elem. is a public elementary school in Shelbyville, MO, part of the NORTH SHELBY. The school serves approximately 160 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 62% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,500, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 160 students, North Shelby Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, North Shelby Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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North Shelby Elem. — Students at North Shelby Elem. score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 8.0/10.
How North Shelby Elem. Compares
See how North Shelby Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 67% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 57% (2022).
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. MARION CO. ELEM. (rated 9.4/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holliday C-2 School District (rated 9.1/10, 24.5 miles away, in nearby Holliday), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PARIS ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Paris), with a very similar rating. 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 | 6.6 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel | 7.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelbina | 9.6 mi | — |
| SOUTH SHELBY ELEMENTARY Shelbina | 9.6 mi | 4.4 |
| SOUTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbina | 9.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH SHELBY MIDDLE SCHOOL Shelbina | 9.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MARION CO. ELEM. Philadelphia | 15.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MARION CO. HIGH Philadelphia | 15.5 mi | 6.1 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina | 23.5 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. HIGH Edina | 23.5 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City | 20.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MONROE CITY MIDDLE Monroe City | 20.4 mi | 7.9 |
| MONROE CITY ELEM. Monroe City | 20.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MONROE CITY R-I HIGH Monroe City | 20.5 mi | 7.3 |
| FAITH WALK ACADEMY Paris | 24.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND JR.-SR. HIGH Lewistown | 20.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Holliday C-2 School District Holliday | 24.5 mi | 9.1 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown | 21.0 mi | 4.2 |
| PARIS ELEM. Paris | 25.4 mi | 8.6 |
| PARIS HIGH Paris | 25.5 mi | 7.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding North Shelby Elem. has a median household income of $50,500. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,300, with a median rent of $625/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.6 |
| ROCKY COMFORT ELEM. Rocky Comfort, MO | 8.6 |
| SOUTH FORK ELEM. West Plains, MO | 8.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 8.6 |
| WORTH CO. ELEMENTARY Grant City, MO | 8.6 |
| FRANKLIN CO. ELEM. New Haven, MO | 8.7 |
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. is ranked #112 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is North Shelby Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
North Shelby Elem. has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Shelby Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, North Shelby Elem. has 62.0% math proficiency and 60.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (573) 633-2401
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTH SHELBY- District Enrollment
- 294
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,204
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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