SOUTH SHELBY HIGH SCHOOL

SOUTH SHELBY HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the SHELBY CO. R-IV school district, located in SHELBINA, MO with about 229 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, SOUTH SHELBY HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTH SHELBY HIGH School, located in Shelbina, Missouri, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding community within the Shelby County R-IV School District. Operating under the mascot of the "Cardinals," the school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The institution focuses on a well-rounded student experience, balancing core academic requirements with opportunities for extracurricular growth, athletics, and skill development to foster a supportive learning environment.

As a pillar of the Shelbina area, the school emphasizes a sense of community spirit and civic responsibility. Its academic and extracurricular programs are structured to meet the needs of a rural student population, encouraging active participation and school pride. By maintaining a connection to the broader district mission, SOUTH SHELBY HIGH School aims to cultivate academic achievement and character development, serving as both an educational facility and a cornerstone for local engagement.

For more information, contact SOUTH SHELBY HIGH at (573) 588-4163 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.