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De Soto Virtual School
School · De Soto Area School District
615 Main St, De Soto, WI 54624
Enrollment
8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About De Soto Virtual School
De Soto Virtual School is a public school in De Soto, WI, part of the De Soto Area School District. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,558, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, De Soto Virtual School 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.
De Soto Virtual School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Located in a rural area, De Soto Virtual School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Address
- 615 Main St, De Soto, WI 54624
- Website
- desoto.k12.wi.us
- Phone
- (608) 648-3311
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
615 Main St, De Soto, WI 54624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering De Soto Virtual School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Seneca Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Seneca). Another option is Viroqua Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Viroqua). Additionally, Viroqua Middle (rated 8.2/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Viroqua). For more schools in De Soto, see our De Soto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| De Soto High De Soto | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| De Soto Middle De Soto | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Kee High School Lansing | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Lansing Middle School Lansing | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Prairie View Elementary De Soto | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| New Albin Elementary School Lansing | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST CHARLES ELEMENTERY SCHOOL Genoa | 10.1 mi | — |
| Stoddard Elementary Stoddard | 16.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST MATTHEW'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stoddard | 16.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Seneca Elementary Seneca | 16.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Seneca High Seneca | 16.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Seneca Junior High Seneca | 16.5 mi | 6.4 |
| COON VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westby | 18.5 mi | — |
| Southern Bluffs Elementary La Crosse | 22.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Viroqua Elementary Viroqua | 17.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Viroqua Area Montessori School Viroqua | 17.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Laurel High Viroqua | 17.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Viroqua High Viroqua | 17.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Viroqua Middle Viroqua | 17.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Vernon County Area Better Futures High Viroqua | 17.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,558
Median Home Value
$184,000
Median Rent
$778/mo
Population
1,545
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
55.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding De Soto Virtual School 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETH HAVEN ACADEMY Green Bay, WI | — |
| BLOOM360 LEARNING COMMUNITY East Troy, WI | — |
| Bobcat Virtual Academy Birchwood, WI | — |
| DRIFTLESS PASS SCHOOL La Crosse, WI | — |
| Eagles' Wings Virtual Charter School Solon Springs, WI | — |
| Juvenile Detention Stevens Point, WI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about De Soto Virtual School
What grades does De Soto Virtual School serve?
De Soto Virtual School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend De Soto Virtual School?
De Soto Virtual School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
Is De Soto Virtual School a charter school?
Yes, De Soto Virtual School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is De Soto Virtual School a Title I school?
No, De Soto Virtual School is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Vernon County
- Phone
- (608) 648-3311
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
De Soto Area School District- District Enrollment
- 455
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,823
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