Best Shelby Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 866 students in Shelby, OH.
The top-ranked public preschool in Shelby, OH is Shelby Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shelby, OH public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Shelby have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Shelby, OH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelby Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
109 W Smiley Ave
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-4641
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Shelby, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in Shelby, OH include Shelby Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Shelby?
1 public preschools are located in Shelby.
What is the racial composition of students in Shelby?
Shelby public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).

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