Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shepherd Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shepherd Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shepherd Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shepherd Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#618 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepherd Elementary School's ranking?
Shepherd Elementary School is ranked #618 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shepherd Elementary School often compared to?
Shepherd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troutman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Shepherd Elementary School?
623 students attend Shepherd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Shepherd Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shepherd Elementary School?
Shepherd Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shepherd Elementary School offer ?
Shepherd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shepherd Elementary School part of?
Shepherd Elementary School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 5/6/2021
Horrible! Forcing kids to go to schools while covid-19 is going on! Very greedy, parents spending money, I'm changing my kid to a different school!
3 3/16/2020
Shepherd has a great principle, but many of the teachers are friends with the parents outside of school. This creates a very clicky atmosphere. If you know what teachers to request, you'll have a great experience, but if you get the wrong teacher you are in trouble.
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