For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,913 students in De Soto, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 128 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in De Soto, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in De Soto, MO are Desoto Sr. High School, Sunrise Elementary School and Vineland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in De Soto, MO (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desoto Sr. High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
815 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1085
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1085
Grades: 9-12
| 850 students
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4485 Sunrise School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-6660
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-6660
Grades: PK-8
| 335 students
Rank: #33.
Vineland Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
650 Vineland School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1010
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1010
Grades: K-6
| 653 students
Rank: #44.
Desoto Jr. High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
731 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1030
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1030
Grades: 7-8
| 399 students
Rank: #55.
Athena Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3775 Athena School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1020
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1020
Grades: K-6
| 511 students
Rank: n/an/a
1812 Rock Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1040
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1040
Grades: PK
| 165 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in De Soto, MO?
The top ranked public schools in De Soto, MO include Desoto Sr. High School, Sunrise Elementary School and Vineland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in De Soto, MO?
6 public schools are located in De Soto, MO.
What percentage of students in De Soto, MO go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in De Soto, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto, MO?
De Soto, MO public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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