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Shepherd Academy

68 Fairfax Dr Murphy, NC 28906

Tel: (828) 361-4239

www.shepherdacademymurphy.com

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Shepherd Academy in Murphy, NC is a rural Christian co–ed private school serving kindergarten through 6th grade with a total enrollment of 13 students.
The school employs 4 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 3:1.
The school is located in a rural, remote area, providing an educational option within the Murphy community.
Tuition and specific academic recognitions for Shepherd Academy are not listed on the profile.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Shepherd Academy
Kind	5
1	1
2	3
3	2
4	1
6	1

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Kindergarten largest at 5 students, making it the biggest grade by far at Shepherd Academy.

Student Body

Total Students

13 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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The application deadline for Shepherd Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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