Serving 503 students in grades 6-8, William Sheppard Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Sheppard Middle School's student population of 503 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of William Sheppard Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are William Sheppard Middle School often compared to?
William Sheppard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph George Middle School, Piedmont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend William Sheppard Middle School?
503 students attend William Sheppard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of William Sheppard Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Sheppard Middle School?
William Sheppard Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Sheppard Middle School offer ?
William Sheppard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Sheppard Middle School part of?
William Sheppard Middle School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
SMS-Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 4/4/2007
Hello, I really think shepard should have more extracurricular activities for the students. As a former student I think it would have been alot beter with an elective, and a real elective not just band. I still talk to students @ shepprad snd they tell me that they are sick of having 2 lang. arts classes and want real electives. I think it is better for them to have some. Also they should have more dances and activities. If one student gets in trouble the whole shool shouldnt have to pay for it. That student that was in trouble should be excluded from it, instead of having the whole school sufer. Sheppard may have a bad reputation when it comes to student rights. They never get to choose what they want at the school. the school hardly ever listens. I recomend a good counsoler I know for a fact there is alot of drama at that school and I would appriciate it if Sheppard Middle School gave my friends that go there now better things so the school wont be known as a bad oneSincerly,
A former student
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