Needs Improvement
#8106 of 8,552 schools in TX
Desoto West Middle
Middle School · DESOTO ISD
800 N WESTMORELAND, Desoto, TX 75115
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,106 of 8,552
In Desoto
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
DESOTO ISD
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About Desoto West Middle
Desoto West Middle is a public middle school in Desoto, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. Desoto West Middle serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Desoto West Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,106 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Desoto West Middle show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Desoto West Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Desoto West Middle — Students at Desoto West Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Desoto West Middle Compares
See how Desoto West Middle 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
800 N WESTMORELAND, Desoto, TX 75115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desoto West Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE (rated 5.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE (rated 4.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Glenn Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BESSIE COLEMAN MIDDLE (rated 3.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Cedar Hill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY Desoto | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 0.7 mi | — |
| DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) Desoto | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| COCKRELL HILL EL Desoto | 1.7 mi | 1.8 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 1.9 mi | — |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL DALLAS Carrollton | 2.7 mi | 2.1 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE Glenn Heights | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 2.6 mi | 2.3 |
| BESSIE COLEMAN MIDDLE Cedar Hill | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE Dallas, TX | 3.3 |
| WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville, TX | 3.3 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville, TX | 3.2 |
| H BOB DANIEL SR INT Duncanville, TX | 3.2 |
| ILTEXAS NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MIDDLE N. Richland Hills, TX | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desoto West Middle
What grades does Desoto West Middle serve?
Desoto West Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Desoto West Middle?
Desoto West Middle has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desoto West Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Desoto West Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desoto West Middle rank in TX?
Desoto West Middle ranks #8,106 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Desoto West Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Desoto West Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 West Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desoto West Middle has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Desoto West Middle a charter school?
No, Desoto West Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desoto West Middle a Title I school?
No, Desoto West Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desoto West Middle?
76.7% of students at Desoto West Middle 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (972) 230-1820
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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