Shepherd Primary serves 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shepherd Primary's student population of 502 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 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
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
49%
25%
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
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 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?
502 students attend Shepherd Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Shepherd Primary students are White, 41% 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 20:1, 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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