Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, North Desoto Middle School 6-8 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Desoto Middle School 6-8's student population of 544 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Desoto Middle School 6-8 is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
20%
42%
White
71%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Desoto Middle School 6-8's ranking?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 is ranked #71 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend North Desoto Middle School 6-8?
544 students attend North Desoto Middle School 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North Desoto Middle School 6-8 students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Desoto Middle School 6-8?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Desoto Middle School 6-8 offer ?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Desoto Middle School 6-8 part of?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 is part of Desoto Parish School District.
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