For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 934 students in Shepherd, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Shepherd, MI are Shepherd Middle School and Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shepherd, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Shepherd have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Shepherd, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 S Chippewa St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6003
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6003
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Shepherd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-5998
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-5998
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Shepherd, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Shepherd, MI include Shepherd Middle School and Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Shepherd?
2 public elementary schools are located in Shepherd.
What is the racial composition of students in Shepherd?
Shepherd public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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