Robert D Sloman Primary serves 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert D Sloman Primary's student population of 596 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Robert D Sloman Primary is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
40%
11%
Black
2%
32%
White
57%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
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?
596 students attend Robert D Sloman Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Robert D Sloman Primary students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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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