Serving 344 students in grades 5-6, Desoto Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Desoto Intermediate School's student population of 344 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desoto Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto Intermediate School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#324 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto Intermediate School's ranking?
Desoto Intermediate School is ranked #324 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Desoto Intermediate School often compared to?
Desoto Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallas Center Elementary School, Woodward-granger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Desoto Intermediate School?
344 students attend Desoto Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Desoto Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Intermediate School?
Desoto Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto Intermediate School offer ?
Desoto Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Desoto Intermediate School part of?
Desoto Intermediate School is part of Adel Desoto Minburn Comm School District.
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