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 Facts (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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 (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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