Best Schools in Desoto, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Desoto by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Desoto Intermediate School
Middle · Adel Desoto Minburn Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$216,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$216,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Desoto
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Desoto Intermediate School | 8.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $95,208
- Median home value
- $216,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Desoto compares
Median household income
$95k
125% of Iowa median
About Schools in Desoto, Iowa
Desoto, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Desoto perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Desoto is Desoto Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Desoto is served by 1 school district: Adel DeSoto Minburn Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 2,295 students.
Desoto's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,208. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 333 students · 5th–6th | 8.1 |
Schools in Desoto
Desoto, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,208
Median Home Value
$216,800
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
1,024
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Community Profile
Desoto has a median household income of $95,208. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,800, with a median rent of $933/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Iowa
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Desoto, Iowa
How many schools are in Desoto, Iowa?
Desoto has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Desoto, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Desoto is 8.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Desoto, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Desoto on MySchoolScout is Desoto Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Desoto, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Desoto on MySchoolScout is Desoto Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Desoto, Iowa?
Desoto is served by 1 school district: Adel Desoto Minburn Comm School District.
What is the education level in Desoto, Iowa?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Desoto have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Desoto, Iowa?
The median household income in Desoto is approximately $95,208 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Desoto, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Desoto is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Desoto, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.