For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 862 students in De Soto, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in De Soto, MO is Desoto Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public high schools.
De Soto, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Desoto Sr. High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in De Soto, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Sr. High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
815 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1085
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1085
Gr: 9-12 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in De Soto, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in De Soto, MO include Desoto Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in De Soto?
1 public high schools are located in De Soto.
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto?
De Soto public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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