Commitment to Inspired Learning
Shelby County Public Schools is committed to academic excellence for all students through college, career, and life readiness opportunities through our Profile of a Graduate.
Students Embody the Profile of a Graduate
SCPS Exhibitions and Defenses of Learning are a state and national model of student-centered learning. (Article) (Defense Video) (Exhibition Video)
In 2024, a group of Shelby County Public Schools students defended their learning to the Kentucky Board of Education. (Article)
Students Demonstrate Academic Growth and Achievement
Shelby County Public Schools' ACT scores have increased over three consecutive years. (Academic Data)
Shelby County Elementary students' reading and math scores have grown over four consecutive years. (Academic Data)
Ten GEDs have been earned, and over 100 credits have been recovered, at The Shelby Academy. (Article)
Students have Relevant and Accessible Learning Opportunities
Advanced Placement course enrollment, and the number of students receiving college credit, have increased over three consecutive years (Enrollment and Academic Data)
Over 475 Shelby County students are enrolled in over 1,100 Dual Credit and Career and Technical Education Courses. (District Data)
Shelby County Public Schools students earned 477 Industry Certifications during the 2023-2024 school year.
Improvement Priority
Our middle and high schools have not shown consistent academic growth. Here is our plan to address this issue: Comprehensive District Improvement Plan 2024
Commitment to Inspired Leading
Shelby County Public Schools is committed to providing our faculty and staff with the systems, training, and resources necessary to excel personally and professionally while providing our students with a world-class education and world-class leader role models of which everyone will be proud.
Employees are Highly Qualified Professionals
Shelby County Public Schools' 450 certified staff members have a an average of 12.6 years of experience.
Shelby County Public Schools' 475 classified staff members have an average of 11.7 years of experience.
"Teamwork is a very important part of our organization. Everyone works together to get the job done. I feel if I need help or support I have people to around me that I can turn to." - SCPS Staff Member
Parents Express Satisfaction with their Child's School Experience
Over 80% of parents agree or strongly agree that they are treated with respect that their child's school. (Survey Data) (SCPS Data Lab)
Over 80% of parents agree or strongly agree that our schools are clean and well maintained. (Survey Data) (SCPS Data Lab)
"The entire staff, including the school counselors, have always worked efficiently to make sure my child feels safe. This is one of the biggest reasons I am such a champion for my child's school." - SCPS Parent
Employees Report Fulfillment in the Workplace
Almost 95% of SCPS Employees believe their work positively impacts the community they serve. (Survey Data)
Over 90% of teachers note that district Professional Learning helps them explore new ideas (Survey Data)
SCPS Teachers continuously maintain strong relationships with school and district administrators. (Survey Data)
"I am so happy to be a new team member this year! I genuinely enjoy my co-workers, bosses, and the teachers and staff that I have interacted with at my schools." - SCPS Staff Member
Commitment to Inspired Living
Shelby County Public Schools is committed to organizational excellence through supporting, celebrating, and engaging with our students and our community anchored by our Shelby County Public Schools Core Values
Students Feel a Sense of Safety and Belonging
Over 80% of students agree or strongly agree that learning is important at their school (Survey Data) (SCPS Data Lab)
Over 80% of students believe their principal is a good leader. (Survey Data) (SCPS Data Lab)
Over 75% of students state they have opportunities to be successful at their school. (Survey Data) (SCPS Data Lab)
Schools Embrace the Shelby County Community
More than 1,600 students were given over 60,000 school supplies at the 2024 SCPS Ready Fest. (Infographic) (Impact Statement)
Shelby County Public Schools' Cultural Fest hosted over 300 families and community members at the Shelby County Fairgrounds.
The Shelby County Community awarded over 80 students in the graduating class of 2024 almost $350,000 in scholarship funds.
Teachers, Students, and Staff Embody SCPS Core Values
SCPS Staff members are recognized annually for exemplifying our district's Core Values. (Video)
Almost 500 SCPS staff members received a Core Values nomination from a colleague in 2023-2024.
On Core Values Empathy Award Winner, Mrs. Carly Cockrell: "Mrs. Cockrell has a way of relating to students that makes them feel heard. She goes out of her way to listen to and give students her complete attention even when she has her hands in multiple activities. The students always benefit from talking to Mrs. C and they love talking to her!"
