Shelby Valley High School is a public high school located in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. The school campus is situated on flat land in the rugged mountains of eastern Kentucky. There are 597 students currently enrolled in grades 9–12.
Serving 500 students in grades 9-12, Shelby Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelby Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Shelby Valley High School's student population of 500 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelby Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelby Valley High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#372 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby Valley High School's ranking?
Shelby Valley High School is ranked #372 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Shelby Valley High School often compared to?
Shelby Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pikeville High School, Belfry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelby Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Shelby Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shelby Valley High School?
500 students attend Shelby Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Shelby Valley High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shelby Valley High School?
Shelby Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shelby Valley High School offer ?
Shelby Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelby Valley High School part of?
Shelby Valley High School is part of Pike County School District.
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