Excellent
#15 of 240 schools in DC
Top 6% in state
Shepherd ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
7800 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20012
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#15 of 240
In Washington
#15 of 240
public schools
In district
#11 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Shepherd ES
Shepherd ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Shepherd ES serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepherd ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Shepherd ES show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Shepherd ES — Students at Shepherd ES score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Shepherd ES Compares
See how Shepherd ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7800 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shepherd ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rock Creek Forest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Whittier ES (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LOWELL SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,234
Median Home Value
$838,200
Median Rent
$1,638/mo
Population
17,662
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shepherd ES
What grades does Shepherd ES serve?
Shepherd ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shepherd ES?
Shepherd ES has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepherd ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Shepherd ES is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shepherd ES rank in DC?
Shepherd ES ranks #15 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Shepherd ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Shepherd ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Shepherd ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shepherd ES has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Shepherd ES a charter school?
No, Shepherd ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shepherd ES a Title I school?
No, Shepherd ES is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6140
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #11 of 116
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