For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 347 students in De Soto, IA.
The top ranked public school in De Soto, IA is Desoto Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in De Soto, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desoto Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
317 Spruce St
De Soto, IA 50069
(515) 834-2424
De Soto, IA 50069
(515) 834-2424
Grades: 5-6
| 347 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in De Soto, IA?
The top ranked public schools in De Soto, IA include Desoto Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in De Soto?
1 public schools are located in De Soto.
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto?
De Soto public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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