The mission of the faculty, administration, and Board of Directors of Desoto School, Inc., is to strive to serve the educational and social needs of its students through high quality instruction with emphasis on the college-bound student.
The school will strive to promote character development and life skills in a safe environment while encouraging family participation.
Success has been evidenced by the large number of DeSoto graduates who have entered college and are making a positive contribution to our society.
The purpose of Desoto School is simply and directly stated as quality education.
As DeSoto strives to achieve this objective, emphasis is given to helping students acquire a desire for knowledge and respect for learning, an understanding of our cultural heritage and respect for our country, a strong moral character, and a well-developed sense of personal responsibility.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
221 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world Nelson Mandela
- The mission of the faculty, administration, and Board of Directors of Desoto School, Inc., is to strive to serve the educational and social needs of its students through high quality instruction with emphasis on the college-bound student. The school will strive to promote character development and life skills in a safe environment while encouraging family participation. Success has been evidenced by the large number of DeSoto graduates who have entered college and are making a positive contribution to our society. The purpose of Desoto School is simply and directly stated as quality education. As DeSoto strives to achieve this objective, emphasis is given to helping students acquire a desire for knowledge and respect for learning, an understanding of our cultural heritage and respect for our country, a strong moral character, and a well-developed sense of personal responsibility.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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The application deadline for Desoto School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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