Robert D Sloman Primary is a Marshall County public school in Douglas, AL, serving grades Pre–K through 2 with an enrollment of 634 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 as of 2023.
Minority enrollment accounted for 44% of the student body in 2023, with 249 Hispanic students and 14 students identifying as two or more races; enrollment increased from 439 students in 2019 to 634 in 2023.
Math proficiency was reported at 40%, higher than the state average of 30% in 2023, and reading proficiency also stood at 40%, lower than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was 40% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, while graduation rate consistently exceeded the state average, with 95% in 2023 compared to the state's 88%.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch decreased from 80% in 2018 to 47% in 2023, indicating a socioeconomic shift over time at this Alabama primary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert D Sloman Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Robert D Sloman Primary's student population of 613 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Striving for Excellence
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Robert D Sloman Primary is 0.56, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
39%
12%
Black
3%
31%
White
54%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Robert D Sloman Primary?
613 students attend Robert D Sloman Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Robert D Sloman Primary students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert D Sloman Primary?
Robert D Sloman Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert D Sloman Primary offer ?
Robert D Sloman Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert D Sloman Primary part of?
Robert D Sloman Primary is part of Marshall County School District.
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