Serving 333 students in grades 5-6, Desoto Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desoto Intermediate School's student population of 333 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desoto Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto Intermediate School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto Intermediate School's ranking?
Desoto Intermediate School is ranked #383 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Desoto Intermediate School often compared to?
Desoto Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallas Center Elementary School, Woodward-granger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Desoto Intermediate School?
333 students attend Desoto Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Desoto Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Intermediate School?
Desoto Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto Intermediate School offer ?
Desoto Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Desoto Intermediate School part of?
Desoto Intermediate School is part of Adel Desoto Minburn Comm School District.
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