School Overview
Shepherd Junior High School, located in Mesa, Arizona, is a prominent member of the Mesa Public Schools district, serving students in grades 7 and 8. The school is committed to fostering an academic environment that prioritizes student achievement, character development, and active community engagement. By offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects with various elective opportunities, Shepherd Junior High aims to prepare its students for the academic rigors of high school while supporting their social and emotional growth during these formative middle school years.

Beyond its standard classroom instruction, Shepherd Junior High places a strong emphasis on creating a well-rounded educational experience through extracurricular activities, athletics, and student clubs. The school utilizes its digital platform to maintain transparent communication with families, providing easy access to academic calendars, district resources, and updates on school events. As a community-focused institution, the school strives to cultivate a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and reach their full potential within the Mesa community.
603
Total Students
33.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Shepherd Junior High School
Demographic Student Count
White352
Hispanic188
Black12
Asian9
Two or More28
American Indian8
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    352 (58.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    188 (31.2 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (4.6 %)
  • Black
    12 (2.0 %)
  • Asian
    9 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (1.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Mesa Unified District (4235)
Phone: (480)472-1800
Website: http://www.mpsaz.org/shepherd
Grade Range: 4th - 8th
Total Students: 603
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 1
Grade 7 306
Grade 8 296

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Shepherd Junior High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 61
Grade 7306
Grade 8296
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Shepherd Junior High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32754.2%
Male27645.8%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)