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#504 of 883 private schools in TX
Good Shepherd School
Elementary School
214 S GARLAND AVE, Garland, TX 75040
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#504 of 883
In Garland
#4 of 6
public schools
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Good Shepherd School
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About Good Shepherd School
Good Shepherd School is a private elementary school in Garland, TX. Good Shepherd School serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #504 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, Good Shepherd School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Good Shepherd School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd School compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Garland, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd School (this school) | 6.2 |
| FREEMAN EL | 3.4 |
| BUSSEY MIDDLE | 3.3 |
| GOLDEN MEADOWS EL | 6.0 |
| WILLIAMS EL | 4.0 |
| DAUGHERTY EL | 6.1 |
| SHOREHAVEN EL | 5.7 |
| COOPER EL | 4.1 |
| KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL | 9.2 |
| SELLERS MIDDLE | 5.6 |
| PARK CREST EL | 5.1 |
| WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL | 9.2 |
| ETHRIDGE EL | 3.8 |
| SAM HOUSTON MIDDLE | 5.0 |
| PARSONS PRE-K CTR | 4.0 |
| BEAVER TECHNOLOGY CENTER | 8.2 |
| WEAVER EL | 5.3 |
| DAVIS EL | 5.5 |
| HILLSIDE ACAD FOR EXCEL | 8.9 |
| JACKSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER | 8.0 |
| AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL | 8.6 |
Showing 20 of 60 schools. View all schools in Garland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
214 S GARLAND AVE, Garland, TX 75040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAUGHERTY EL (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARLAND H S Garland | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| FREEMAN EL Garland | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BUSSEY MIDDLE Garland | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| GOLDEN MEADOWS EL Garland | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| WILLIAMS EL Garland | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| DAUGHERTY EL Garland | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| N GARLAND H S Garland | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| COOPER EL Garland | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| PARK CREST EL Garland | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| EASTSIDE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garland | 1.6 mi | — |
| GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SHOREHAVEN EL Garland | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ETHRIDGE EL Garland | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| MOUNT HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 1.5 mi | — |
| PARSONS PRE-K CTR Garland | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| SAM HOUSTON MIDDLE Garland | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| SELLERS MIDDLE Garland | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - GARLAND Lewisville | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,537
Median Home Value
$245,400
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
64,205
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.1
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| BRIDGEWAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd School
What grades does Good Shepherd School serve?
Good Shepherd School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd School?
Good Shepherd School has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd School rank in TX?
Good Shepherd School ranks #504 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Good Shepherd School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd School a religious school?
Good Shepherd School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 272-6533
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