Shelby Middle School

Shelby Public Schools
525 N STATE ST
SHELBY, MI 49455
276 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Shelby Middle School, located at 525 North State Street in Shelby, Michigan, serves as a key academic institution within the Shelby Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the developmental, social, and academic needs of students during their critical middle school years. By providing a structured and encouraging atmosphere, the school aims to bridge the gap between elementary education and high school readiness, emphasizing both core curriculum standards and personal growth.

As part of the broader Shelby Public Schools community, the middle school focuses on equipping students with the essential skills necessary for future success in a rapidly changing world. The district places a high value on community engagement and transparency, utilizing their official website to keep parents, students, and staff informed about school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives. Through a commitment to excellence and student-centered learning, Shelby Middle School strives to cultivate a safe and inclusive space where young learners are prepared to become responsible and capable citizens.
276
Total Students
20.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    158 (57.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    109 (39.5 %)
  • Black
    4 (1.4 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Shelby Public Schools
Phone: (231)861-4521
Website: http://www.shelbypublicschools.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 276
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 164
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 93
Grade 7 93
Grade 8 90
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Hart Middle School
Hart Public School District
388 Students
308 JOHNSON ST W
HART, MI 49420 (5.6 miles away)
Middle School 5th - 8th