Districts in Shelby County5 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby County School District | Shelby | 9/10 Excellent · 89th pct | 13 |
| Alabaster City School District | Alabaster | 9/10 Excellent · 83rd pct | 1 |
| Pelham City School District | Pelham | 8/10 Good · 80th pct | 1 |
| Birmingham City School District | Birmingham | 2/10 Poor · 14th pct | 15 |
| Shelby County Schools | Birmingham | Not rated | 1 |
Zip Codes in Shelby County
School Districts in Shelby County, Alabama
Shelby County has 5 public school districts covering 31 zip codes. The top-rated district in Shelby County is Shelby County School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Alabama. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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