For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 337 students in De Soto, IA.
The top-ranked public school in De Soto, IA is Desoto Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Soto, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in De Soto have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in De Soto, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Intermediate School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
317 Spruce St
De Soto, IA 50069
(515) 834-2424
De Soto, IA 50069
(515) 834-2424
Gr: 5-6 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in De Soto, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in De Soto, IA include Desoto Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in De Soto?
1 public schools are located in De Soto.
What is the racial composition of students in De Soto?
De Soto public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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