Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Slaton High 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slaton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Slaton High School's student population of 359 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Slaton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slaton High School is 0.49, 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
#7497 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
66%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
28%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slaton High School's ranking?
Slaton High School is ranked #7497 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Slaton High School?
The graduation rate of Slaton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Slaton High School?
359 students attend Slaton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Slaton High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slaton High School?
Slaton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Slaton High School offer ?
Slaton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Slaton High School part of?
Slaton High School is part of Slaton Independent School District.
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