Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, William D Slider 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
William D Slider Middle School's student population of 710 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William D Slider 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 William D Slider Middle School is 0.08, 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
#4606 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William D Slider Middle School's ranking?
William D Slider Middle School is ranked #4606 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are William D Slider Middle School often compared to?
William D Slider Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montwood Middle School, Sun Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend William D Slider Middle School?
710 students attend William D Slider Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of William D Slider Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William D Slider Middle School?
William D Slider Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does William D Slider Middle School offer ?
William D Slider Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William D Slider Middle School part of?
William D Slider Middle School is part of Socorro ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is William D Slider Middle School located?
William D Slider Middle School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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