What grades does Thomas Read Elementary School serve?

Thomas Read Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in SHELBY, MI. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Thomas Read Elementary School located?

Thomas Read Elementary School is located at SHELBY, MI in a rural area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Read Elementary School?

Thomas Read Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1.

What schools are in SHELBY, MI?

SHELBY, MI is served by the local school district. Thomas Read Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Thomas Read Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|SHELBY, Michigan|Shelby Public Schools

SHELBY, MI 49455

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Upcoming Events

Aug

Tue

Staff Work DayEvent

Aug

Wed

Shelby Elementary School Open House 4:30pm-6pmEvent

Aug

Wed

Shelby Middle School Open House 6pm-8pmEvent

Aug

Wed

Staff Professional Learning Staff Day

Aug

Thu

Staff Professional Learning Staff Day

Aug

Mon

First Day for Students / Half DayEvent

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School Profile

Grades

K–3

Enrollment

297

Student:Teacher

14.9:1

Locale

Rural

District

Shelby Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

88.5%

Phone

(231)861-5541

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

20-24%

Chronic Absenteeism

39.7%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

200

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,321

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,544

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,837

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 51%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

26.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.0%

Unemployment rate

8.9%

Uninsured residents

10.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

149

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

149

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

50%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

57 (38%)

Speech/Language Impairment

31 (21%)

Other Health Impairment

21 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

14 (9%)

Autism

9 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

9 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

433

Current enrollment

Growing(+16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Aug 25, 2026

Staff Work Day

Event

Wed, Aug 26, 2026

Shelby Elementary School Open House 4:30pm-6pm

Event

Wed, Aug 26, 2026

Shelby Middle School Open House 6pm-8pm

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	No School for Students and Staff - Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School for Students and Staff - Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Constitution Day Every teacher must teach a lesson or show a video about the constitution.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Shelby Public Schools Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Shelby Public School Board Meeting	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Half Day for Students / Staff Structured Work in the afternoon	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No School for Students / Staff Professional Learning	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Shelby Public School Board Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School for Students and Staff for Thanksgiving	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Half Day for Students / Staff Structured Work in the afternoon	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Shelby Public Schools Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School for Students and Staff for Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	No School for Students and Staff for Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Students and Staff Back to School from Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Shelby Public Schools Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No Students / Staff Professional Learning	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Half Day for Students / Staff Structured Work in the afternoon	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School for Students and Staff for Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	No School for Students and Staff for Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	No School for Students / Staff Professional Learning	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Half Day for Students / Staff Structured Work in the afternoon	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School for Students and Staff for Memorial Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Last Day for Students / Half Day	Event	—
Mon, Jun 7, 2027	Staff Work Day	Event	—