| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Shelby School District | Bethel | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 319 | 2 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Monroe City R-I School District | Hunnewell | 5/10 Average · 48th pct | 764 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| 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 1,776 students across 8 schools. The largest is Monroe City R-I School District with 764 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Missouri average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Shelby County, Missouri
Shelby County has 3 public school districts covering 8 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 (MAP 2025), ranked against all districts in Missouri. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Shelby County, MO?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Shelby County, MO. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Shelby County, MO?
Of the districts serving Shelby County, North Shelby School District has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 93rd percentile among Missouri school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Missouri reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Missouri and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Missouri only, never across state lines.