Best Schools in Desoto, Texas
16 schools in the directory · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
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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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Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy
Elementary · Desoto ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy
Elementary · Desoto ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Woodridge EL
Elementary · Desoto ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Desoto are Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy (8.4/10), Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy (7.8/10), and Woodridge EL (7.1/10), among 12 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
16
13 public · 3 private
Avg Score
4.9
12 public schools · out of 10
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
16
13 public · 3 private
Avg Score
4.9
12 public schools · out of 10
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 7.1/10 despite 87% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Desoto public schools in the current comparison.
STAAR proficiency rose +10.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Desoto public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Desoto
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 12 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Woodridge EL | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Desoto H S | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy | 4.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Iltexas Lancaster Desoto H S | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | The Meadows EL | 4.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Faith Family Master Academy | 3.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Golden Rule Grand Prairie | 3.2 / 10 |
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About Schools in Desoto, Texas
Desoto, Texas is home to 16 schools, including 13 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
The 12 public schools in this comparison average 4.9 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10.
Desoto is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 33,511 students.
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.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 510 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 243 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | 379 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.1 | ||
| 4 | 289 students · 2nd–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 5 | 414 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.9 | ||
| 6 | 84 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 | ||
| 7 | 468 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 2.4 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Desoto Private SchoolPrivate 157 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 2 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 8 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 399 students · 6th–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 students · 6th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 2,045 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 3 | 167 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
| 4 | 26 students · 8th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,468 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in Desoto
Desoto, Texas · 16 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Desoto, Texas
How many schools are in Desoto, Texas?
Desoto has 16 schools, including 13 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Desoto, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 12 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Desoto is 4.9 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, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Desoto on MySchoolScout is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Desoto, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Desoto on MySchoolScout is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Desoto, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Desoto on MySchoolScout is Desoto West Middle with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best high school in Desoto, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Desoto on MySchoolScout is Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Desoto, Texas?
Desoto is served by 5 school districts: Faith Family Academy, Golden Rule Charter School, International Leadership of Texas (iltexas), Ki Charter, Desoto ISD.
Are there private schools in Desoto, Texas?
Yes, Desoto has 3 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Desoto Private School with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Desoto, Texas?
Among 12 public schools in Desoto that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Desoto, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive 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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