Below Average
#6997 of 8,552 schools in TX
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)
High School · DESOTO ISD
204 E BELT LINE RD, Desoto, TX 75115
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,997 of 8,552
In Desoto
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
DESOTO ISD
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)
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About Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is a public high school in Desoto, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,997 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) show 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2015 EdFacts).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) — Students at Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
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 TX EDFACTS (2014-15)
Based on 1 test record from TX state assessments. About our data
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
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. DESOTO H S (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S (rated 3.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 | 4.3 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 1.4 mi | — |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 1.8 mi | — |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 2.1 mi | 1.8 |
| CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE Glenn Heights | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| COCKRELL HILL EL Desoto | 2.2 mi | 1.8 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 2.8 mi | — |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
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
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| BRAZORIA CO JUVENILE DETENTION Angleton, TX | 4.4 |
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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) ranks #6,997 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desoto Alternative Education Center (daep) has 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2015 EdFacts).
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.
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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
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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