Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Desoto Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Desoto Trail Elementary School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desoto Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto Trail Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Desoto Trail Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Desoto Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Desoto Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawks Rise Elementary School, Gilchrist Elementary School, Killearn Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Desoto Trail Elementary School?
657 students attend Desoto Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Desoto Trail Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desoto Trail Elementary School?
Desoto Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Desoto Trail Elementary School offer ?
Desoto Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Desoto Trail Elementary School part of?
Desoto Trail Elementary School is part of Leon School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY FOR AR
May 10, 2024 (Friday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Memorial Day - District Offices and Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Juneteenth Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fourth of July Holiday - District Offices and Schools Closed
July 04, 2024 (Thursday)
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