School Overview
Shelby High School, located at 230 E Dixon Boulevard in Shelby, North Carolina, is a key component of the Cleveland County Schools district. As a staple of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a variety of extracurricular opportunities. Serving the students of Shelby, the institution emphasizes preparing its graduates for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community spirit and its commitment to fostering both intellectual and character development. By leveraging resources from the Cleveland County Schools system, Shelby High offers a supportive learning environment where faculty and staff focus on student achievement and holistic growth. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school’s academic programs, athletic departments, calendars, and district policies, the official website at [www.clevelandcountyschools.org](http://www.clevelandcountyschools.org) serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.
825
Total Students
52.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Shelby High
Demographic Student Count
White290
Hispanic72
Black393
Asian12
Two or More54
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    393 (47.6 %)
  • White
    290 (35.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    72 (8.7 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (6.5 %)
  • Asian
    12 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Cleveland County Schools
Phone: (704)476-8325
Website: http://www.clevelandcountyschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 825
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 789
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 236
Grade 10 219
Grade 11 199
Grade 12 171

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Shelby High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9236
Grade 10219
Grade 11199
Grade 12171
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Shelby High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female39748.1%
Male42851.9%