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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 10:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slaton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Slaton Middle School's student population of 321 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Slaton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slaton Middle School is 0.37, 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
#7839 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slaton Middle School's ranking?
Slaton Middle School is ranked #7839 out of 8,188 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
78% of Slaton Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, 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 10:1, 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.
School Reviews
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