Slocomb Middle School ranked #194 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #266 in 2022 and #377 in 2021, placing it in the top 20% of public schools statewide.
Math proficiency was 46% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 65%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency ranged between 60% and 64%, significantly higher than the state average of 38% in 2022.
Enrollment remained stable around 270 students with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 17:1; 64% of students were eligible for free lunch, reflecting an increase from 50% in 2022.
The school served grades 6 through 8 with a minority enrollment of 19%, including 23 Black students and 22 Hispanic students out of 286 total.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Slocomb Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Slocomb, AL, covering an area of approximately 121.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slocomb Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Slocomb Middle School's student population of 265 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Slocomb Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slocomb Middle School is 0.35, 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
#194 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
80%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slocomb Middle School's ranking?
Slocomb Middle School is ranked #194 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Slocomb Middle School?
265 students attend Slocomb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Slocomb Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slocomb Middle School?
Slocomb Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Slocomb Middle School offer ?
Slocomb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Slocomb Middle School part of?
Slocomb Middle School is part of Geneva County School District.
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