Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) serves 33 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep)'s student population of 33 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
82%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% TX state average).
How many students attend Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep)?
33 students attend Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep)?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) offer ?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) part of?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep) is part of Desoto ISD School District.
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