Desoto Alternative School serves 18 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 67%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 61% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
67%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
61%
42%
White
39%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2011-2012 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA 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 66% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% LA state average).
How many students attend Desoto Alternative School?
18 students attend Desoto Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Desoto Alternative School students are Black, and 39% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Alternative School?
Desoto Alternative School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desoto Alternative School offer ?
Desoto Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Desoto Alternative School part of?
Desoto Alternative School is part of Desoto Parish School District.
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