Premier H S - Desoto serves 72 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Premier H S - Desoto's student population of 72 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Premier H S - Desoto is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
61%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Premier H S - Desoto?
72 students attend Premier H S - Desoto.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Premier H S - Desoto students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Premier H S - Desoto?
Premier H S - Desoto has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Premier H S - Desoto offer ?
Premier H S - Desoto offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Premier H S - Desoto part of?
Premier H S - Desoto is part of Premier High Schools.
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