Desoto 73 School District
School District · Desoto, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,996
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,996
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#143 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,996
$526 vs Missouri median
District size
2,504 students
Much larger than Missouri median
About Desoto 73
Desoto 73 is a Desoto, Missouri school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,504 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. The district invests $11,996 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Desoto 73 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Vineland Elem., which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Desoto 73 students show an average math proficiency of 40.8% and ELA proficiency of 43.3%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Desoto 73, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Desoto 73 with test data.
Schools in Desoto 73
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Desoto
- Total Enrollment
- 2,504
- Teachers (FTE)
- 192
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Desoto 73?
Desoto 73 has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Desoto 73?
The average composite rating for Desoto 73 is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Desoto 73?
Desoto 73 spends $11,996 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Desoto 73?
The average student-teacher ratio in Desoto 73 is 13:1.
What is the top-rated school in Desoto 73?
Vineland Elem. is the highest-rated school in Desoto 73 with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Desoto 73?
Across schools in Desoto 73 with test data, the average math proficiency is 40.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 43.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Desoto 73 compare to other districts in Missouri?
Desoto 73 has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 40.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 43.3%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MO
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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