Desoto School

497 THUNDERBIRD RD.
West Helena, AR 72390
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  • 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 Stats (2020)
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Students: 267 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.Other school association(s)
Religious AffiliationNonsectarian
Grades OfferedGrades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students267 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
% Students of Color
0%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade Desoto School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling

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Quick Stats (2020)
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Students: 267 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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