Shepherd Middle School

Ottawa ESD 141
701 E McKinley Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
389 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Shepherd Middle School, located at 701 E McKinley Rd in Ottawa, Illinois, serves as a central hub for students in the Ottawa Elementary School District 141. The school is dedicated to bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of students in grades 6 through 8. By fostering a structured yet supportive environment, the school aims to help young adolescents navigate this transitional period while building a foundation for future academic success.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Shepherd Middle School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student development. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs and clubs, which encourage students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build meaningful relationships with their peers. Through its commitment to a well-rounded educational experience, Shepherd Middle School strives to cultivate a positive school culture that prepares its students for the challenges of high school and beyond.
389
Total Students
31.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    292 (75.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    59 (15.2 %)
  • Two or More
    24 (6.2 %)
  • Black
    13 (3.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
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: Ottawa ESD 141
Phone: (815)433-1133
Website: http://www.oes141.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 389
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 202
Grade 8 187
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Central Intermediate School
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Ottawa, IL 61350 (0.1 miles away)
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Wallace CCSD 195
707 Etna Rd
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