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#3496 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 41% in state
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)
High School · DESOTO ISD
204 E BELT LINE RD, Desoto, TX 75115
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in DESOTO. Learn more
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Desoto
#3 of 12
public schools
Texas high schools
#848 of 1,699
In district
#2 of 10
DESOTO ISD
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)
DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) serves 38 students in grades 6-12 in DeSoto, Texas, offering specialized educational support in an alternative setting. With just 6 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1, allowing for highly individualized attention and support that many students need to succeed. Despite its alternative designation, the school has earned recognition with a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #462 out of 8,598 Texas schools, placing it in the 95th percentile statewide.
This impressive ranking suggests the school effectively serves students who may have struggled in traditional educational environments. The small enrollment creates an intimate learning community where educators can focus intensively on each student's unique needs and challenges. This personalized approach appears to be working well, as evidenced by the school's strong performance metrics among Texas alternative education programs.
Located at 204 E Belt Line Road, DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER sits within a stable suburban community in Dallas County, where families enjoy a median household income of $81,895 and benefit from a low poverty rate of 8.2%, providing a supportive environment for students working to get back on track academically.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 38 students, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) Compares
See how Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
204 E BELT LINE RD, Desoto, TX 75115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DESOTO H S (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY Desoto | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 1.4 mi | — |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 1.8 mi | 2.1 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 1.8 mi | — |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE Glenn Heights | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| COCKRELL HILL EL Desoto | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 2.8 mi | — |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 3.5 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,386
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
55,997
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42
Community Profile
The community surrounding Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) has a median household income of $83,386. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,900, with a median rent of $1,478/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MULLIN OAKS Mullin, TX | 6.7 |
| NEW HORIZON H S Joshua, TX | 6.8 |
| TEXAS TORAH INSTITUTE Dallas, TX | 6.8 |
| ALTER DISCIPLINE CAMPUS Fort Worth, TX | 6.6 |
| BEXAR COUNTY LRN CTR San Antonio, TX | 6.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SLK: SOUTHLAKE Southlake, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)
What grades does Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) serve?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)?
The student-teacher ratio at Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) rank in TX?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is ranked #3496 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) has a composite rating of 6.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) a charter school?
No, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) a Title I school?
No, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)?
84.2% of students at Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,972/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Desoto). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 223-2242
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
Other Schools in This District
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.
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