Serving 618 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 59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Desoto Middle School 6-8's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 ranks within the top 10% of all 1,251 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
#106 out of 1251 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
18%
41%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Desoto Middle School 6-8's ranking?
North Desoto Middle School 6-8 is ranked #106 out of 1,251 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
618 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, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 14:1.
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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