Serving 821 students in grades 5-6, Donna Shepard Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donna Shepard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Donna Shepard Academy's student population of 821 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Donna Shepard Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donna Shepard Academy is 0.66, which is more 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
#3597 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donna Shepard Academy's ranking?
Donna Shepard Academy is ranked #3597 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Donna Shepard Academy?
821 students attend Donna Shepard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Donna Shepard Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donna Shepard Academy?
Donna Shepard Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Donna Shepard Academy offer ?
Donna Shepard Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Donna Shepard Academy part of?
Donna Shepard Academy is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
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