Serving 819 students in grades 5-6, Donna Shepard Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donna Shepard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Donna Shepard Academy's student population of 819 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
819 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Motto
Leading the Charge!
School Rankings
Donna Shepard Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donna Shepard Academy is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3550 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
33%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donna Shepard Academy's ranking?
Donna Shepard Academy is ranked #3550 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Donna Shepard Academy?
819 students attend Donna Shepard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Donna Shepard Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donna Shepard Academy?
Donna Shepard Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Donna Shepard Academy offer ?
Donna Shepard Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Donna Shepard Academy part of?
Donna Shepard Academy is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
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