Below Average
#7242 of 8,552 schools in TX
Slaton Middle
Middle School · LUBBOCK ISD
1602 32ND ST, Lubbock, TX 79411
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,242 of 8,552
In Lubbock
#57 of 66
public schools
In district
#41 of 48
LUBBOCK ISD
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About Slaton Middle
Slaton Middle is a public middle school in Lubbock, TX, part of LUBBOCK ISD. Slaton Middle serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Slaton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,242 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Slaton Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Slaton Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Slaton Middle — Students at Slaton Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Slaton Middle Compares
See how Slaton Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1602 32ND ST, Lubbock, TX 79411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Slaton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HUTCHINSON MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ATKINS MIDDLE (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lubbock, see our Lubbock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEAN EL Lubbock | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BEAN EL Lubbock | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-LUBBOCK Lubbock | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| DUPRE ACADEMY H S Lubbock | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| HOMEBOUND Lubbock | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| LUBBOCK H S Lubbock | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BROWN EL Lubbock | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BROWN EL Lubbock | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| HARWELL EL Lubbock | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HODGES EL Lubbock | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SPRINGBOARD ACADEMICS Lubbock | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PREMIER H S - LUBBOCK (BRIERCROFT) Lewisville | 1.4 mi | — |
| BETTY M CONDRA SCHOOL FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION Lubbock | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY LUBBOCK Lubbock | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ATKINS MIDDLE Lubbock | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE Lubbock | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| WILSON EL Lubbock | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| RAMIREZ EL Lubbock | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY K-12 Lubbock | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BAYLESS EL Lubbock | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,866
Median Home Value
$85,000
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
6,380
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
31.3%
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
31.2
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| QUINN CAMPUS PUBLIC MIDDLE Waco, TX | 4.3 |
| DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lubbock, TX | 4.2 |
| HARDIN J H Hardin, TX | 4.2 |
| UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Slaton Middle
What grades does Slaton Middle serve?
Slaton Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Slaton Middle?
Slaton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Slaton Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Slaton Middle is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Slaton Middle rank in TX?
Slaton Middle ranks #7,242 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Slaton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Slaton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Slaton Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Slaton Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Slaton Middle a charter school?
No, Slaton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Slaton Middle a Title I school?
No, Slaton Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Slaton Middle?
97.5% of students at Slaton Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Lubbock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (806) 219-4400
Resources & Links
District
LUBBOCK ISD- District Enrollment
- 24,329
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,692
- District Rank
- #41 of 48
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