SLOCUM PK - 8

SLOCUM PK - 8 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SLOCUM ISD school district, located in ELKHART, TX with about 309 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, SLOCUM PK - 8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Slocum PK–8, located in Elkhart, Texas, serves as the primary educational hub for the Slocum Independent School District. As a combined campus, it provides instruction from Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade, offering a foundational academic environment that bridges early childhood development with middle school preparation. The school is known for its small-town community atmosphere, where the close-knit nature of the district allows for a more personalized approach to student learning and faculty-student engagement.

Academically, Slocum PK–8 focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by emphasizing core subjects while fostering a supportive environment. The school’s rural setting in Anderson County contributes to a tight-knit school spirit, often characterized by strong community involvement and a focus on traditional educational values. By concentrating on the formative years of a student’s life, the school aims to instill both the foundational skills and the social responsibility necessary for students to succeed as they advance into their secondary education.

For more information, contact SLOCUM PK - 8 at (903) 478-3624 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.