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1 schools in Shelby

Alabama · Public K-12

Shelby, Alabama runs a public-school system of 1 campus with combined enrollment around 242 (1 elementary).

7-year change in Shelby

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
242
+70 (+41%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
87%
was 91%
% Hispanic
7%
was 5%
% Black
5%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Shelby Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05242

About Shelby

Across Shelby, Alabama, 1 public schools enrolls about 242 students between them.

Schools in Shelby average about 242 students each, 56% meaningfully below the Alabama norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment increased 41%: 172 students in SY 2017-18 versus 242 in SY 2024-25. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 91% to 87% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Shelby discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Shelby, Alabama?
There are 1 public K-12 schools in Shelby, with a combined enrollment of about 242.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Shelby?
Shelby has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Shelby?
Shelby Elementary School is the largest public school in Shelby by enrollment, with approximately 242 students.
What school districts serve Shelby?
Shelby public schools are operated by Shelby County.
What grade levels do public schools in Shelby cover?
Public schools in Shelby serve students from pre-K through grade 5.