Serving 605 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North DeSoto Middle School serves the northern part of Stonewall, LA, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 203.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone reaching up to 19.1 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Desoto Middle School 6-8's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Desoto Middle School 6-8 is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
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 #112 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are North Desoto Middle School 6-8 often compared to?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Mansfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend North Desoto Middle School 6-8?
605 students attend North Desoto Middle School 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Desoto Middle School 6-8 students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Desoto Middle School 6-8?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Desoto Middle School 6-8 offer ?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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