Desoto Central Primary School serves 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Attendance Zone: DeSoto Central Primary serves the northeast part of Southaven, MS, covering an area of approximately 24.9 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desoto Central Primary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desoto Central Primary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Desoto Central Primary School often compared to?
Desoto Central Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrook Elementary School, Center Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Desoto Central Primary School?
792 students attend Desoto Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Desoto Central Primary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desoto Central Primary School?
Desoto Central Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto Central Primary School offer ?
Desoto Central Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desoto Central Primary School part of?
Desoto Central Primary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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