Robert D Sloman Primary serves 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert D Sloman Primary's student population of 634 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
634 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Robert D Sloman Primary is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
40%
11%

Black
2%
32%

White
56%
51%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Robert D Sloman Primary?
634 students attend Robert D Sloman Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Robert D Sloman Primary students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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
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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