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 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 61% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
18 students
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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
13:1
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
42%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
41%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
61%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 13:1.
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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