For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 590 students in Shepherd Public Schools School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public high schools in Michigan.
Public High Schools in Shepherd Public Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average).
Public High School in Shepherd Public School School District have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shepherd High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MI)
# Schools
5 Schools
1,351 Schools
# Students
1,735 Students
552,079 Students
# Teachers
97 Teachers
31,078 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
District Rank
Shepherd Public Schools School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 850 school districts in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 75-79% has decreased from 80-84% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#385 out of 855 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
48%
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.24
0.54
# American Indian Students
82 Students
5,213 Students
% American Indian Students
5%
1%
# Asian Students
5 Students
18,316 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
3%
# Hispanic Students
75 Students
47,571 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
9%
# Black Students
24 Students
95,880 Students
% Black Students
1%
17%
# White Students
1,506 Students
361,785 Students
% White Students
87%
66%
# Hawaiian Students
8 Students
492 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
35 Students
22,822 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
4%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
-
# Students in K Grade:
129
6,079
# Students in 1st Grade:
123
5,851
# Students in 2nd Grade:
116
5,918
# Students in 3rd Grade:
136
6,145
# Students in 4th Grade:
106
6,130
# Students in 5th Grade:
130
6,655
# Students in 6th Grade:
143
11,791
# Students in 7th Grade:
137
19,019
# Students in 8th Grade:
138
21,976
# Students in 9th Grade:
143
121,519
# Students in 10th Grade:
159
114,888
# Students in 11th Grade:
127
109,042
# Students in 12th Grade:
148
114,025
# Ungraded Students:
-
3,041
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $13,482 in this school district is less than the state median of $18,267. The school district revenue/student has grown by 7% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,008 is less than the state median of $17,461. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$23 MM
$25,476 MM
Spending
$21 MM
$24,351 MM
Revenue / Student
$13,482
$18,267
Spending / Student
$12,008
$17,461
Best Shepherd Public Schools School District Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 S Fourth
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Grades: 9-12
| 509 students
Rank: #22.
Odyssey Middlehigh School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3441 South Wise Rd
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 773-9473
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 773-9473
Grades: 7-12
| 81 students
Recent Articles
Banishing the Phone-based Childhood
The article advocates for a dramatic cultural shift - delaying kids' smartphone ownership until high school and social media access until 16, promoting more free play, and fostering a healthier, screen-free childhood through collective action.
Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Indeed, there are still school districts today in America that allow teachers to spank students. Learn about the current spanking situation in schools and why the debate continues to heat up.
April 12, 2024
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support StrategiesThis comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.