| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Shelby School District | Bethel | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 319 | 2 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Shelby County R-IV School District | Clarence | 3/10 Below Average · 22nd pct | 693 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Shelby County compares
Together they enroll 1,012 students across 5 schools. The largest is Shelby County R-IV School District with 693 students. Districts here average 6.5/10, above the Missouri average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Shelby County, Missouri
Shelby County has 2 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Shelby County is North Shelby School District (10/10). 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 Missouri. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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