Serving 104 students in grades 9-12, Slocum High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slocum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Slocum High School's student population of 104 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Slocum High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slocum High School is 0.22, 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
#3161 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
88%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slocum High School's ranking?
Slocum High School is ranked #3161 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Slocum High School?
The graduation rate of Slocum High School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Slocum High School?
104 students attend Slocum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Slocum High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slocum High School?
Slocum High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Slocum High School offer ?
Slocum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Slocum High School part of?
Slocum High School is part of Slocum ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
I couldn't be prouder that my 3 kids go to Slocum School. Their teachers are fantastic. You feel like you are part of a big family when you have kids that go here. Their educational programs, athletics, and most of all, morals are top tier!
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