Serving 1,035 students in grades 6-8, Desoto Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desoto Middle School's student population of 1,035 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desoto Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3263 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
32%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto Middle School's ranking?
Desoto Middle School is ranked #3263 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Desoto Middle School?
1,035 students attend Desoto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Desoto Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Middle School?
Desoto Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Desoto Middle School offer ?
Desoto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Desoto Middle School part of?
Desoto Middle School is part of Desoto School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Quarter 1 (Events)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break ( No School) (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break ( No School) (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break ( No School) (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break ( No School) (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
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