Desoto Central Primary serves 847 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Central Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Desoto Central Primary's student population of 847 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desoto Central Primary is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
37%
47%
White
40%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Desoto Central Primary often compared to?
Desoto Central Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrook Elementary School, Center Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Desoto Central Primary?
847 students attend Desoto Central Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Desoto Central Primary students are White, 37% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Central Primary?
Desoto Central Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Desoto Central Primary offer ?
Desoto Central Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desoto Central Primary part of?
Desoto Central Primary is part of Desoto Co School District.
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