SHEPHERD MIDDLE SCHOOL

SHEPHERD MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the SHEPHERD ISD school district, located in SHEPHERD, TX with about 403 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 28 teachers, SHEPHERD MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 MIDDLE School is located in Shepherd, Texas, and serves as a key campus within the Shepherd Independent School District. As a middle school, it provides educational services typically catering to students in the upper elementary and early adolescent grade levels. The school is situated at 1401 S Byrd Ave and functions as an integral part of the local community, focusing on academic development, social growth, and preparing students for the transition to high school.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Shepherd Independent School District, which emphasizes student success, safety, and community engagement. By providing a structured environment, the campus aims to foster a supportive atmosphere where students can explore a range of subjects and extracurricular activities. For families seeking more detailed information regarding curriculum, school calendars, or administrative policies, the district’s official website at [http://www.shepherdisd.net](http://www.shepherdisd.net) serves as the primary resource for updates and campus-specific news.

For more information, contact SHEPHERD MIDDLE at (936) 628-3377 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1401 S BYRD AVE
SHEPHERD, TX 77371-0429
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SHEPHERD MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SHEPHERD, TX with about 403 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SHEPHERD ISD
Total Students:
403
Teachers:
28.5
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 403 students

White
56.3%
Hispanic/Latino
35.2%
Black or African American
5.2%
Two or more races
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
45.9%
Male
54.1%

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.