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#851 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 40% in state

Shepard Hills Elementary

Elementary School · Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District

9701 S Shepard Hills Dr, Oak Creek, WI 53154

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#851 of 2,105

In Oak Creek

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Shepard Hills Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Oak Creek · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About Shepard Hills Elementary

Shepard Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Oak Creek, WI, part of Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District. Shepard Hills Elementary serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepard Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Shepard Hills Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,568
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Shepard Hills Elementary — Students at Shepard Hills Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
43.4%
ELA
43.8%
2025
Math
54.7%
ELA
57.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Shepard Hills Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
60th percentile in WI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9701 S Shepard Hills Dr, Oak Creek, WI 53154

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shepard Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deerfield Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carollton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southwood Glen Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oak Creek, see our Oak Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Creek East Middle Oak Creek 0.6 mi 7.4
Meadowview Elementary Oak Creek 1.1 mi 7.4
Oak Creek High Oak Creek 1.3 mi 5.5
Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek 1.4 mi 7.1
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oak Creek 1.9 mi 6.9
BADGER STATE BAPTIST SCHOOL Oak Creek 2.0 mi 9.0
Oak Creek West Middle Oak Creek 2.1 mi 7.6
Early Learning Academy Oak Creek 2.7 mi 3.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Caledonia 2.9 mi 4.4
Carollton Elementary Oak Creek 2.2 mi 8.2
Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee 2.6 mi 6.3
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Oak Creek 2.3 mi 6.1
Forest Ridge Elementary Oak Creek 3.0 mi 7.4
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Milwaukee 2.8 mi 4.9
Southwood Glen Elementary Franklin 2.7 mi 7.6
Deerfield Elementary Oak Creek 2.8 mi 8.3
GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee 3.5 mi 6.9
Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee 3.8 mi 5.3
Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee 3.6 mi 6.6
South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee 4.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,120

Median Home Value

$305,100

Median Rent

$1,397/mo

Population

36,473

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

38.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Berry Elementary Appleton, WI 7.1
Crescent Elementary Rhinelander, WI 7.1
Cumberland Elementary Cumberland, WI 7.1
Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek, WI 7.1
Fox Prairie Elementary Stoughton, WI 7.1
Hortonville Elementary Hortonville, WI 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shepard Hills Elementary

What grades does Shepard Hills Elementary serve?

Shepard Hills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Shepard Hills Elementary?

Shepard Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepard Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shepard Hills Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shepard Hills Elementary rank in WI?

Shepard Hills Elementary ranks #851 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Shepard Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shepard Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Shepard Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shepard Hills Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shepard Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shepard Hills Elementary a Title I school?

No, Shepard Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

38.5% of students at Shepard Hills 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

District

Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District
District Enrollment
6,527
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,568
District Rank
#9 of 11

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