Serving 101 students in grades 6-8, De Soto Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: De Soto Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in De Soto, WI, encompassing approximately 192.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 19.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Soto Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
De Soto Middle School's student population of 101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
101 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
De Soto Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Soto Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
White
95%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Soto Middle School's ranking?
De Soto Middle School is ranked #1462 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are De Soto Middle School often compared to?
De Soto Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waunakee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend De Soto Middle School?
101 students attend De Soto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of De Soto Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of De Soto Middle School?
De Soto Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does De Soto Middle School offer ?
De Soto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is De Soto Middle School part of?
De Soto Middle School is part of De Soto Area School District.
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