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William D Slider Middle

Middle School · SOCORRO ISD

11700 SCHOOL LN, EL Paso, TX 79936

Enrollment

635

Student-Teacher

21.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,572 of 8,552

In EL Paso

#127 of 206

public schools

In district

#31 of 50

SOCORRO ISD

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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William D Slider Middle

5.6/10

Middle School in EL Paso · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William D Slider Middle

William D Slider Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. William D Slider Middle serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William D Slider Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,572 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for William D Slider Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

William D Slider Middle runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,574
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

William D Slider Middle — Students at William D Slider Middle score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
31.9%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
61%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How William D Slider Middle Compares

See how William D Slider Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in TX
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11700 SCHOOL LN, EL Paso, TX 79936

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William D Slider Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HANKS MIDDLE (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTWOOD MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
O'SHEA KELEHER WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY El Paso 0.3 mi 5.6
MONTWOOD H S El Paso 0.6 mi 6.3
BENITO MARTINEZ EL El Paso 0.9 mi 5.6
VISTA DEL SOL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE El Paso 0.9 mi 5.1
HELEN BALL EL El Paso 0.9 mi 5.9
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso 1.0 mi 2.9
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso 1.0 mi 5.9
MONTWOOD MIDDLE El Paso 1.3 mi 5.6
ELFIDA CHAVEZ EL El Paso 1.3 mi 3.9
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO EAST El Paso 1.3 mi 5.2
VISTA DEL FUTURO CHARTER SCHOOL El Paso 1.5 mi 6.4
TIERRA DEL SOL EL El Paso 1.4 mi 8.2
MYRTLE COOPER EL El Paso 1.6 mi 6.1
BILL SYBERT SCHOOL El Paso 1.9 mi 6.6
SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso 1.8 mi
CAPT WALTER E CLARKE MIDDLE El Paso 2.0 mi 5.6
HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - EL PASO El Paso 1.9 mi 6.3
HANKS MIDDLE El Paso 1.9 mi 8.7
SIERRA VISTA STEAM ACADEMY El Paso 2.1 mi 5.1
PASO DEL NORTE FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso 2.1 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,958

Median Home Value

$169,500

Median Rent

$1,214/mo

Population

104,427

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William D Slider Middle

What grades does William D Slider Middle serve?

William D Slider Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend William D Slider Middle?

William D Slider Middle has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William D Slider Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at William D Slider Middle is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William D Slider Middle rank in TX?

William D Slider Middle ranks #5,572 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is William D Slider Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

William D Slider Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 William D Slider Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William D Slider Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William D Slider Middle a charter school?

No, William D Slider Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William D Slider Middle a Title I school?

No, William D Slider Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William D Slider Middle?

78.7% of students at William D Slider 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

SOCORRO ISD
District Enrollment
47,304
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,574
District Rank
#31 of 50

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