Serving 1,590 students in grades 9-12, Shelbyville Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelbyville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shelbyville Central High School's student population of 1,590 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
School Rankings
Shelbyville Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelbyville Central High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1339 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
48%
15%
Black
11%
21%
White
34%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelbyville Central High School's ranking?
Shelbyville Central High School is ranked #1339 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Shelbyville Central High School often compared to?
Shelbyville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade High School, Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelbyville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Shelbyville Central High School is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shelbyville Central High School?
1,590 students attend Shelbyville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Shelbyville Central High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelbyville Central High School?
Shelbyville Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shelbyville Central High School offer ?
Shelbyville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelbyville Central High School part of?
Shelbyville Central High School is part of Bedford County School District.
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