Shepherd Primary serves 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Attendance Zone: Shepherd Primary School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire district around Shepherd, TX, covering approximately 147 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shepherd Primary's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shepherd Primary is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
50%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Shepherd Primary often compared to?
Shepherd Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Street Elementary School, Coldspring Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Shepherd Primary?
504 students attend Shepherd Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Shepherd Primary students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shepherd Primary?
Shepherd Primary has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shepherd Primary offer ?
Shepherd Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Shepherd Primary part of?
Shepherd Primary is part of Shepherd Independent School District.
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