Summary:
Shelby Public Schools in Michigan has only one high school, Shelby High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's academic performance has declined in recent years, with proficiency rates falling below state averages in most subject areas. Shelby High School serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, with 72.07% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, and faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates of 48.3%.
Despite a relatively high four-year graduation rate of 90.7%, Shelby High School's statewide ranking has dropped from 467 out of 531 Michigan high schools in 2021-2022 to 601 out of 743 in 2023-2024, indicating a decline in performance compared to other schools in the state. The school's academic challenges are reflected in its low 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger, suggesting below-average performance compared to other schools in Michigan.
The Shelby Public Schools district and Shelby High School should prioritize addressing the school's declining academic performance, high economically disadvantaged population, and chronic absenteeism through targeted interventions, resource allocation, and a comprehensive strategy to improve student outcomes and the overall quality of education in the district.
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