Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shepard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Shepard Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shepard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shepard Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepard Elementary School's ranking?
Shepard Elementary School is ranked #812 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shepard Elementary School often compared to?
Shepard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saigling Elementary School, Hightower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Shepard Elementary School?
404 students attend Shepard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Shepard Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shepard Elementary School?
Shepard Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shepard Elementary School offer ?
Shepard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Shepard Elementary School part of?
Shepard Elementary School is part of Plano ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Shepard Elementary School located?
Shepard Elementary School is located in the Williamsburg Square neighborhood of Plano, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Williamsburg Square.
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