Serving 808 students in grades 2-5, North Desoto Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Desoto Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Desoto Upper Elementary School's student population of 808 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Desoto Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Desoto Upper Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#257 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
19%
41%
White
70%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Desoto Upper Elementary School's ranking?
North Desoto Upper Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend North Desoto Upper Elementary School?
808 students attend North Desoto Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Desoto Upper Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Desoto Upper Elementary School?
North Desoto Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Desoto Upper Elementary School offer ?
North Desoto Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is North Desoto Upper Elementary School part of?
North Desoto Upper Elementary School is part of Desoto Parish School District.
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