Serving 529 students in grades 9-12, Shepherd High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepherd High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shepherd High School's student population of 529 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Shepherd High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shepherd High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepherd High School's ranking?
Shepherd High School is ranked #924 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Shepherd High School often compared to?
Shepherd High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Pleasant Senior High School, Beal City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shepherd High School?
The graduation rate of Shepherd High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Shepherd High School?
529 students attend Shepherd High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Shepherd High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shepherd High School?
Shepherd High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shepherd High School offer ?
Shepherd High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shepherd High School part of?
Shepherd High School is part of Shepherd School District.
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