| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelbyville Independent School District | Shelbyville | 8/10 Good · 75th pct | 831 | 1 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Joaquin Independent School District | Joaquin | 7/10 Good · 68th pct | 711 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Center Independent School District | Center | 4/10 Below Average · 39th pct | 2,491 | 5 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Timpson Independent School District | Timpson | 4/10 Below Average · 39th pct | 705 | 1 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Shelby County compares
Together they enroll 4,738 students across 10 schools. The largest is Center Independent School District with 2,491 students. Districts here average 5.8/10, above the Texas average of 5.7/10. Ratings range from 4/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Shelby County, Texas
Shelby County has 4 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Shelby County is Shelbyville Independent School District (8/10). 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 Texas. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
Enter your zip code on any page to confirm your exact district assignment — district boundaries are address-specific and may not follow county or city lines.