Serving 577 students in grades 7-8, Herbert Slater Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert Slater Middle School's student population of 577 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
577 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
At Herbert Slater Middle School it is our mission to provide a quality education
School Rankings
Herbert Slater Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Slater Middle School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7574 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Santa Rosa High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Slater Middle School's ranking?
Herbert Slater Middle School is ranked #7574 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Herbert Slater Middle School often compared to?
Herbert Slater Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Rosa Middle School, Rincon Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Herbert Slater Middle School?
577 students attend Herbert Slater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Herbert Slater Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Slater Middle School?
Herbert Slater Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herbert Slater Middle School offer ?
Herbert Slater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Herbert Slater Middle School part of?
Herbert Slater Middle School is part of Santa Rosa High School District.
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