Desoto H S vs Desoto West Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desoto H S
Desoto · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,936 students
Desoto West Middle
Desoto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
370 students
| Measure | Desoto H S Desoto, Texas | Desoto West Middle Desoto, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1098 of 1,419 | #1473 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #11521 of 16,910 | #12260 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,936 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 1,936 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 59.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 29% |
| city | Desoto | Desoto |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desoto H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 28.2).
- •Desoto H S does better on math proficiency (44% vs 29%).
- •Desoto H S does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Desoto West Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.7% vs 62.8%).
- •Desoto H S does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 21.8).
- •Desoto H S is the larger school with 1,936 students compared with 370.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Desoto H S better than Desoto West Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Desoto H S ranks higher (37.7 vs 28.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Desoto H S and Desoto West Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Desoto and Desoto in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desoto H S: 1,936. Desoto West Middle: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desoto H S and Desoto West Middle rank in Texas?
Desoto H S is 1098th of 1,419 and Desoto West Middle is 1473rd of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).