Serving 811 students in grades 8-12, North Desoto High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Desoto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Desoto High School's student population of 811 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Desoto High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Desoto High School is 0.50, 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
#96 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
24%
42%
White
67%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
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 High School's ranking?
North Desoto High School is ranked #96 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Desoto High School?
The graduation rate of North Desoto High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend North Desoto High School?
811 students attend North Desoto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of North Desoto High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 High School?
North Desoto High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Desoto High School offer ?
North Desoto High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is North Desoto High School part of?
North Desoto High School is part of Desoto Parish School District.
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