For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,820 students in De Soto, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 124 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in De Soto, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in De Soto, MO are Desoto Sr. High School, Vineland Elementary School and Athena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in De Soto, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desoto Sr. High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
815 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1085
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1085
Grades: 9-12
| 858 students
Rank: #22.
Vineland Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
650 Vineland School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1010
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1010
Grades: K-6
| 639 students
Rank: #33.
Athena Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3775 Athena School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1020
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1020
Grades: K-6
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4485 Sunrise School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-6660
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-6660
Grades: PK-8
| 316 students
Rank: #55.
Desoto Jr. High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
731 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1030
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1030
Grades: 7-8
| 380 students
Rank: n/an/a
1812 Rock Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1040
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1040
Grades: PK
| 150 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in De Soto, MO?
The top ranked public schools in De Soto, MO include Desoto Sr. High School, Vineland Elementary School and Athena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in De Soto?
6 public schools are located in De Soto.
What percentage of students in De Soto go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in De Soto are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto?
De Soto public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in De Soto are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in De Soto include: Desoto Jr. High School vs. Desoto Sr. High School, Vineland Elementary School vs. Athena Elementary School
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