Serving 765 students in grades 3-5, Desoto Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Desoto Central Elementary School's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desoto Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto Central Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
37%
47%
White
42%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto Central Elementary School's ranking?
Desoto Central Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Desoto Central Elementary School often compared to?
Desoto Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Desoto Central Elementary School?
765 students attend Desoto Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Desoto Central Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Central Elementary School?
Desoto Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto Central Elementary School offer ?
Desoto Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Desoto Central Elementary School part of?
Desoto Central Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
In what neighborhood is Desoto Central Elementary School located?
Desoto Central Elementary School is located in the Snowden District neighborhood of Southaven, MS. There are 2 other public schools located in Snowden District.
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