Summary:
Shepherd Public Schools in Michigan has only one middle school, Shepherd Middle School, which serves 417 students in grades 6-8. The school's student population is predominantly White (84.17%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (6%), Native American (5.28%), and other racial/ethnic groups. Academically, Shepherd Middle School performs well, with proficiency rates on state assessments generally exceeding the district and state averages, particularly in math and English language arts. However, the school's social studies proficiency lags behind the state average.
Despite the school's academic strengths, it faces some challenges. The chronic absenteeism rate is high at 25.7%, and over half (52.52%) of the students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively economically disadvantaged population. The school's student-teacher ratio of 17.8 is also noteworthy. Without comparative data from other middle schools in the Shepherd Public Schools district or the surrounding region, it is difficult to fully contextualize Shepherd Middle School's performance and characteristics.
Overall, Shepherd Middle School appears to be providing a quality education to its students, with strong academic outcomes in several subject areas. However, the school faces challenges related to attendance, socioeconomic factors, and a lack of diversity within the student population. Further analysis with comparative data would be necessary to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the school's strengths, areas for improvement, and how it compares to its peers.
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