SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shepherd Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Shepherd Elem school district, located in Shepherd, MT with about 378 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Shepherd Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shepherd Elementary School is a public school located in Shepherd, Montana, serving students in a rural community setting. As a key component of the Shepherd School District, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that balances core academic subjects with social and emotional development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, small-town environment where staff and families work closely together to ensure student success from the early formative years through the elementary grades.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by utilizing resources that align with Montana’s state curriculum standards. Beyond the classroom, Shepherd Elementary encourages community involvement and personal growth, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to the middle and high school levels within the same district. By maintaining a focus on individual student needs and community values, the school remains a central pillar for families living in the Shepherd area.

For more information, contact Shepherd Elementary at (406) 373-5516 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.