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Sheppard Elementary

Elementary School · Roseland

1777 West Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95407

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

23.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,945 of 9,539

In Santa Rosa

#18 of 62

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Roseland

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Sheppard Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Santa Rosa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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6.8/10

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About Sheppard Elementary

Sheppard Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Roseland. Sheppard Elementary serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheppard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,945 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sheppard Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sheppard Elementary runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,258
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Sheppard Elementary — Students at Sheppard Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
24.6%
ELA
39.5%
2024
Math
28.2%
ELA
35.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Sheppard Elementary Compares

See how Sheppard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Location

1777 West Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sheppard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kid Street Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Language Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Roseland Creek Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Roseland Charter Santa Rosa 0.4 mi 6.3
Roseland Creek Elementary Santa Rosa 0.4 mi 6.8
Meadow View Elementary Santa Rosa 0.6 mi 4.0
Roseland Elementary Santa Rosa 0.6 mi 6.2
Robert L. Stevens Elementary Santa Rosa 0.7 mi 5.7
Elsie Allen High Santa Rosa 1.0 mi 3.1
Cesar Chavez Language Academy Santa Rosa 1.0 mi 7.1
Luther Burbank Elementary Santa Rosa 1.2 mi 4.8
Kid Street Charter Santa Rosa 1.5 mi 8.7
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa 1.5 mi 3.2
Bellevue Elementary Santa Rosa 1.6 mi 6.4
J. X. Wilson Elementary Santa Rosa 1.4 mi 4.6
Taylor Mountain Elementary Santa Rosa 1.7 mi 5.0
Kawana Springs Elementary Santa Rosa 1.5 mi 4.0
NEW HORIZON SCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Santa Rosa 1.8 mi
Ridgway High (Continuation) Santa Rosa 2.1 mi 4.0
Santa Rosa Charter School for the Arts Santa Rosa 2.0 mi 4.9
Santa Rosa Middle Santa Rosa 2.0 mi 3.5
New Directions-NPS Santa Rosa 2.1 mi
Helen M. Lehman Elementary Santa Rosa 2.1 mi 2.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,807

Median Home Value

$603,300

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

42,135

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

51.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sheppard Elementary

What grades does Sheppard Elementary serve?

Sheppard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Sheppard Elementary?

Sheppard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheppard Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sheppard Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sheppard Elementary rank in CA?

Sheppard Elementary ranks #4,945 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sheppard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sheppard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sheppard Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheppard Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sheppard Elementary a charter school?

No, Sheppard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sheppard Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sheppard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheppard Elementary?

84.4% of students at Sheppard Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Sonoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

Roseland
District Enrollment
1,480
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,258
District Rank
#2 of 3

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