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Desoto West Middle

Desoto ISD · Dallas County · 800 N WESTMORELAND, Desoto, TX 75115

(972)230-1820

1/10
#1315
Rank 1315 out of 1,447
Top 91%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1267 · 13th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1261 · 13th percentile
Science1/10 · #1347 · 5th percentile

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School Overview

DeSoto West Middle sits in the southern Dallas suburb of DeSoto, a community that's grown steadily as families look for more space without straying too far from the city. The school's scores reflect some real challenges, particularly in English and math, so families who prioritize academics may want to factor that into their decision alongside any tutoring or enrichment support they can provide at home. That said, DeSoto itself has a tight-knit feel and a strong sense of local pride, and families already rooted in the community often value the connections and continuity that come with staying close to home.

Student Demographics

355 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

African American
277 (78%)
Hispanic
59 (17%)
Other
19 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners25 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged280 (79%)
Students with Disabilities56 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

399
Enrollment
29.9
Teachers (FTE)
13.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2.1
Administrators (FTE)