For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 192 students in De Soto, IL.
The top-ranked public school in De Soto, IL is Desoto Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in De Soto, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
311 Hurst Rd
De Soto, IL 62924
(618) 867-2317
De Soto, IL 62924
(618) 867-2317
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Tcse-desoto Elementary School
Special Education School
311 Hurst Rd
De Soto, IL 62924
(618) 867-2317
De Soto, IL 62924
(618) 867-2317
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in De Soto, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in De Soto, IL include Desoto Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in De Soto?
2 public schools are located in De Soto.
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto?
De Soto public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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