Slaton Independent School Dst

What Slaton Independent School Dst does

Slaton Independent School District is a public K-12 school district organized as a political subdivision of the State of Texas, serving students residing within the Slaton, Texas attendance boundaries in Lubbock County. The district operates four campuses organized by grade band: Stephen F. Austin Primary School (PK-2), Cathelene Thomas Elementary (3-5), Slaton Junior High School (6-8), and Slaton High School (9-12). It also runs auxiliary units including a SISD Police Department, food service operations, and special education services delivered through the SELCO (Southeast Lubbock Cooperative) shared services arrangement.

Instructional offerings center on Texas TEKS-aligned core academics supplemented by Career and Technical Education pathways in agriculture, culinary arts, electrical technology, FCCLA, Patient Care Tech, welding, and cosmetology, alongside athletics (UIL competition in nine sports) and a fine arts department covering band, choir, theater, and visual art. The district supports dual-credit enrollment with South Plains College (75 SHS students as of August 25, 2025), wraparound supports such as the Amy's Closet food pantry and summer feeding program, and compliance with state accountability requirements under the Texas Education Agency. Governance is exercised by an elected seven-member Board of Trustees under a District of Innovation Plan (HB 1842) covering 2022-2027, with the most recent revision approved September 9, 2025.

The technology stack is built on third-party SaaS rather than proprietary systems: ParentSquare for family communication, Ascender for student/parent/teacher/employee portals, EDUPHORIA for school data management, ClassLink Launchpad with Google and Microsoft 365 SSO, TEKS Resource System for curriculum, Review 360 for assessment and behavior monitoring, Red Rover for enrollment and school choice management, and MySchoolBucks for meal payments. The district's revenue model relies on property taxes, per-student state funding through the TEA Foundation School Program weighted by Average Daily Attendance, federal grants (Title I, II, IV, ESSER III), and fees for athletics, activities, and meals (with CEP providing free meals district-wide).

Name

Slaton Independent School Dst

Legal name

Slaton Independent School District

Website

https://slatonisd.net

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Slaton ISD is a Texas public K-12 school district operating four campuses (PK-12) that serves students in Slaton, Texas with TEKS-aligned academics, CTE pathways, athletics, fine arts, and special education through SELCO.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

District Student Services Administration (Special Ed, Counseling, Health) (EDADABAJ), Specialized Instruction & Resource Support (Inclusion, Pull-Out, Co-Teaching) (EDAJAKAC)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Career technical education
• Special education services
• School meal programs
• Student transportation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Slaton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Revenue: Local property taxes collected from residents within Slaton ISD boundaries form a primary funding source. The district adopts annual tax rates and publishes tax rate calculations and resolutions.
2. State Funding (Texas Education Agency): Per-student state funding allocated through Texas Education Agency based on Average Daily Attendance and weighted funding formulas for special programs.
3. Federal Grants: Federal funding including ESSA programs, Title I, Title II, Title IV, and ESSER III relief funds for COVID-19 recovery and learning loss mitigation.
4. Fee-based Programs: Student fees for various programs, meal payments through MySchoolBucks, and Community Eligibility Provision for free meals to students.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Slaton Independent School District is a Texas public school district operating four campuses (Stephen F. Austin Primary PK-2, Cathelene Thomas Elementary 3-5, Slaton Junior High 6-8, and Slaton High School 9-12) that delivers free K-12 public education. Offerings include Texas TEKS-aligned academic instruction, Career and Technical Education pathways (agriculture, culinary arts, electrical technology, healthcare/PCT, welding, cosmetology), University Interscholastic League (UIL) athletics, fine arts (band, choir, theater, art), and special education services through the SELCO cooperative. Supporting functions include school transportation, cafeteria meal programs, family communication via ParentSquare, and an in-district police department.

Product overview

Slaton Independent School District operates as a public school district serving the Slaton, Texas community with four campuses: Stephen F. Austin Primary School (PK-2), Cathelene Thomas Elementary (3-5), Slaton Junior High School (6-8), and Slaton High School (9-12). The district offers comprehensive educational programs including college-preparatory academics, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways in agriculture, culinary arts, electrical technology, healthcare, welding, and cosmetology, as well as athletics and fine arts programs. Supporting services include special education through SELCO, food services, a school police department, and family communication via ParentSquare. The district is governed by a Board of Trustees and operates under a District of Innovation Plan (HB 1842) for operational flexibility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Slaton High School High school campus serving grades 9-12 with college-preparatory academics, CTE pathways, athletics, fine arts, and dual credit enrollment with South Plains College.
• Slaton Junior High School Middle school campus serving grades 6-8 with foundational academics, CTE career exploration, athletics programs, and fine arts opportunities.
• Cathelene Thomas Elementary Elementary campus serving grades 3-5 with core academics, character education, and preparation for junior high transition.
• Stephen F. Austin Primary School Primary campus serving PK-2 with early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development through hands-on learning.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs Career-focused pathways in Agriculture, Culinary Arts, Electrical Technology, FCCLA, Patient Care Tech, Welding, and Cosmetology providing hands-on training and industry certifications to prepare students for workforce and post-secondary opportunities.
• Athletics Department Comprehensive UIL athletic program offering football, cross country, baseball, basketball, powerlifting, softball, track, tennis, and golf for Slaton ISD students.
• Department of Fine Arts Fine arts programming in band, choir, theater, and visual arts, with the Mighty Tiger Band earning superior ratings at UIL competitions and choir programs achieving Superior ratings.
• Special Education / SELCO Special education services delivered through the SELCO (Southeast Lubbock Cooperative) shared services agreement, including IEP-driven instruction, dyslexia support, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and transition services for students with disabilities.
• Food Services School meal program providing breakfast and lunch at all four campuses under the Community Eligibility Provision (free to all students), with a Summer Feeding Program at Slaton High School and online meal payments via MySchoolBucks.
• DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program) Disciplinary Alternative Education Program providing structured academic instruction and behavioral intervention for students requiring alternative placement.
• School Bus Transportation District-provided school bus transportation serving students residing within designated transportation zones, operated by the maintenance, custodial, and transportation staff team.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75 Slaton High School students enrolled in dual credit classes at South Plains College
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Integration10 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• South Plains CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 August 2025South Plains College partners with Slaton ISD to provide dual credit opportunities for high school students. 75 Slaton High School students began dual credit classes at South Plains College on August 25, 2025, allowing students to earn college credits while completing high school requirements.
• Region 17 Education Service CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegion 17 ESC provides regional educational support services to Slaton ISD including professional development, technical assistance, and resources for curriculum, special education, and compliance.
• High Plains Welding AssociationminorOthersHigh Plains Welding Association partnered with Tucker Oil Company to award a $750 scholarship to an outstanding senior welding student following the S-Town Build-Off competition.
• Tucker Oil CompanyminorOthersTucker Oil Company provided donations and prizes for the S-Town Build-Off welding competition, helping support student career technical education.
• South Plains Food BankminorOthersSouth Plains Food Bank partners with Mercy Manna, which offers food vouchers on Wednesdays from 1-5pm as a community resource for Slaton students and families.
• Mercy MannaminorOthersMercy Manna at 155 W Lynn St, Slaton TX operates as a partner of the South Plains Food Bank, offering food vouchers to community members on Wednesdays.
• Slaton Police DepartmentminorOthersSlaton Police Department maintains a positive community partnership with Slaton ISD schools, including assisting with student drop-offs and community engagement activities.
• Texas Education AgencycoreOthersTEA is the state regulatory agency that oversees Texas public schools, including Slaton ISD. The district complies with TEA requirements for accountability, reporting, and standards.
• University Interscholastic League (UIL)coreOthersUIL provides academic, athletic, and fine arts competition opportunities for Texas public schools including Slaton ISD's participation in concerts, sight-reading contests, and marching competitions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Idalou ISD: Small Texas ISD in close geographic proximity to Slaton, serving a comparable rural community with PK-12 instruction, UIL athletics, and similar state funding dynamics. Direct structural peer in size and operating model.
• Lubbock-Cooper ISD: Neighboring Lubbock County ISD that has evolved from a rural profile similar to Slaton ISD into a suburban district. Directly comparable as a Texas public school district serving PK-12 with comparable funding mix and accountability framework.
• Shallowater ISD: Neighboring Lubbock-area ISD serving a small community with PK-12 schools, UIL athletics, and comparable state funding structure. Closely comparable in scale and operating profile.
• Roosevelt ISD: West Texas ISD of similar size and rural character, operating multiple campuses with comparable CTE, fine arts, and athletic programs under the same TEA regulatory framework.
• Denver City ISD: Small West Texas ISD with similar multi-campus PK-12 structure and rural/energy-economy community base. Direct comparable on funding mix and demographic profile.

Broad incumbents

• Frenship ISD: Suburban Lubbock-area ISD with multiple campuses and comprehensive programs. Comparable as a Texas public school operator but operates at greater scale and more diverse program portfolio than Slaton.
• Lubbock ISD: Larger urban Texas ISD serving the Lubbock metropolitan area. Comparable as a public K-12 operator under TEA oversight, but operates at significantly greater scale with broader program offerings.

Emerging players

• KIPP Texas Public Schools: Texas charter network operating PK-12 public schools with emphasis on college readiness. Comparable as a public K-12 alternative serving Texas families but at substantially greater scale and with a different governance model.
• IDEA Public Schools: Large Texas charter school network serving PK-12 with college-prep focus. Comparable as a public K-12 alternative operator in Texas but operates as a charter with greater geographic reach and a different accountability structure.

Others

• Region 17 Education Service Center: Texas ESC providing regional support services (professional development, special education resources, compliance assistance) to Slaton ISD and other member districts. Not a direct peer but a key institutional partner in the district's operating ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

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