Best Schools in De Soto, Wisconsin
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in De Soto by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Prairie View Elementary
Elementary · De Soto Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
De Soto Middle
Middle · De Soto Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
De Soto High
High · De Soto Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in De Soto for 2026 are Prairie View Elementary (8.2/10), De Soto Middle (7.2/10), and De Soto High (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. 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 with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$184,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$184,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in De Soto
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prairie View Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | De Soto Middle | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | De Soto High | 4.6 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $78,558
- Median home value
- $184,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How De Soto compares
Wisconsin rank
#145 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$79k
100% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in De Soto, Wisconsin
De Soto, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in De Soto show moderate performance 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 De Soto is Prairie View Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
De Soto is served by 1 school district: De Soto Area School District. These districts collectively serve 455 students.
De Soto's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,558. The poverty rate in the area is 8.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 97 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 108 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 124 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in De Soto
De Soto, Wisconsin · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,558
Median Home Value
$184,000
Median Rent
$778/mo
Population
1,545
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
De Soto has a median household income of $78,558. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,000, with a median rent of $778/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in De Soto, Wisconsin
How many schools are in De Soto, Wisconsin?
De Soto has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in De Soto, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in De Soto is 6.7 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 De Soto, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in De Soto on MySchoolScout is Prairie View Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in De Soto, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in De Soto on MySchoolScout is Prairie View Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in De Soto, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in De Soto on MySchoolScout is De Soto Middle with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in De Soto, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in De Soto on MySchoolScout is De Soto High with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve De Soto, Wisconsin?
De Soto is served by 1 school district: De Soto Area School District.
What is the education level in De Soto, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in De Soto have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in De Soto, Wisconsin?
The median household income in De Soto is approximately $78,558 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in De Soto, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in De Soto is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in De Soto, Wisconsin?
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, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.