Serving 2,045 students in grades 9-12, Desoto High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,045 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desoto High School's student population of 2,045 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desoto High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7167 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
74%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto High School's ranking?
Desoto High School is ranked #7167 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Desoto High School often compared to?
Desoto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncanville High School, Cedar Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desoto High School?
The graduation rate of Desoto High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Desoto High School?
2,045 students attend Desoto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Desoto High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto High School?
Desoto High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto High School offer ?
Desoto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desoto High School part of?
Desoto High School is part of Desoto Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
Such a great school with great education options, highly recommend it.
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