Serving 321 students in grades 6-8, Slaton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Slaton Middle serves the southern part of Lubbock, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Slaton Middle School's student population of 321 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Slaton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slaton Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7726 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slaton Middle School's ranking?
Slaton Middle School is ranked #7726 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Slaton Middle School?
321 students attend Slaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Slaton Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slaton Middle School?
Slaton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Slaton Middle School offer ?
Slaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Slaton Middle School part of?
Slaton Middle School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Slaton Middle School located?
Slaton Middle School is located in the Slaton Bean neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Slaton Bean.
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