SHEPHERD PRI

SHEPHERD PRI is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SHEPHERD ISD school district, located in SHEPHERD, TX with about 540 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 31 teachers, SHEPHERD PRI has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 PRImary School, located at 10300 Hwy 150 in Shepherd, Texas, serves as an essential part of the Shepherd Independent School District. As a primary-level campus, the school is dedicated to establishing a strong educational foundation for its youngest students, typically focusing on early childhood education through the primary grades. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development, ensuring that students are prepared for the challenges of upper elementary schooling.

The school operates under the broader mission of Shepherd ISD, which prioritizes community engagement, student achievement, and the cultivation of a safe, inclusive atmosphere. By leveraging resources provided by the district, SHEPHERD PRImary focuses on literacy, numeracy, and foundational skills, often utilizing a blend of traditional instruction and modern educational tools to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Parents and community members can stay informed about school events, curriculum updates, and district policies through the official Shepherd ISD website.

For more information, contact SHEPHERD PRI at (936) 628-3302 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

10300 HWY 150
SHEPHERD, TX 77371
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SHEPHERD PRI is a public Title I school in SHEPHERD, TX with about 540 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SHEPHERD ISD
Total Students:
540
Teachers:
31.74
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 540 students

White
56.7%
Hispanic/Latino
35.2%
Black or African American
4.4%
Two or more races
3.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.