For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 821 students in De Soto, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in De Soto, KS are Lexington Trails Middle School and Starside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in De Soto, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lexington Trails Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8800 Penner Avenue
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6260
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6260
Grades: 6-8
| 376 students
Rank: #22.
Starside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35400 W 91st
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6270
De Soto, KS 66018
(913) 667-6270
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in De Soto, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in De Soto, KS include Lexington Trails Middle School and Starside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in De Soto?
2 public elementary schools are located in De Soto.
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto?
De Soto public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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