Best Desoto Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 4,098 students in Desoto, TX.

The top ranked public middle schools in Desoto, TX are Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy, Ki Charter - Desoto and Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Desoto, TX public middle schools have an score of 22% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in Desoto have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Desoto, TX (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy

Magnet School

(Math: 54% | Reading: 74%)
:

Top 20%

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1200 Academy Way
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 274-8026

Gr: K-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Rank: #22.

Ki Charter - Desoto

Charter School

(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
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Top 50%

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2000 Old Hickory Trail
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 298-7323

Gr: 8-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #33.

Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy

Magnet School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
:

Bottom 50%

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707 Young Blvd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 223-6505

Gr: K-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #44.

Faith Family Master Academy

Alternative School
Charter School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
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Bottom 50%

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701 Ovilla Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 224-4110

Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Rank: #55.

Desoto West Middle School

Magnet School

(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
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Bottom 50%

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800 N Westmoreland
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 230-1820

Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #66.

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy

Alternative School
Charter School

(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
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Bottom 50%

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300 W Kiest Blvd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 224-4110

Gr: PK-12 | 2,468 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Rank: n/an/a

Desoto Alternative Education Center (Daep)

Alternative School

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204 E Belt Line Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 223-2242

Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Desoto, Texas

Desoto, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Amber Terrace Discovery & Design Early Childhood (Closed 2023)

224 Amber Ln
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 223-8757

Gr: PK | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Amber Terrace Elementary School (Closed 2016)

224 Amber Ln
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 223-8757

Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Belt Line Elementary School (Closed 2004)

200 E Belt Line Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 223-3800

Gr: PK-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

D H S Freshman Campus Elementary School (Closed 2016)

620 S Westmoreland
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 274-1818

Gr: 9 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1

Faith Family Academy Of Oak Cliff (Closed 2016)

Alternative School

300 W Kiest Blvd
Desoto, TX 75115
(214) 375-7682

Gr: 9-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Little Eagles Early Learning Center (Closed 2023)

200 E Belt Line Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 274-8249

Gr: PK

Northside Elementary School (Closed 2020)

525 Ray Ave
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 224-6709

Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Ruby Young Elementary School (Closed 2023)

707 N Young Blvd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 223-6505

Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Vista Academy Of Desoto (Closed 2015)

1121 E Pleasant Run Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 316-3663

Gr: K-4 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Waxahachie Faith Family Academy (Closed 2023)

701 Ovilla Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 936-3998

Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1

Waxahachie Family Faith Academy (Closed 2018)

701 Ovilla Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 224-4110

Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Wings (Where I Now Gain Success) Elementary School (Closed 2020)

Alternative School

200a E Belt Line Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 274-8219

Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in Desoto, TX?

The top ranked public middle schools in Desoto, TX include Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy, Ki Charter - Desoto and Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy.

How many public middle schools are located in Desoto?

7 public middle schools are located in Desoto.

What is the racial composition of students in Desoto?

Desoto public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Which public middle schools in Desoto are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Desoto include: Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy vs. Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy, Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy vs. Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy