High Schools in DeSoto Parish

The high schools in DeSoto Parish, Louisiana consist of two schools: North DeSoto High School and Mansfield High School. While both schools serve grades 9-12, the data reveals significant differences in their academic performance and student demographics.

North DeSoto High School stands out as the top-performing school in the district, consistently ranking among the best high schools in Louisiana and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are significantly higher than the DeSoto Parish and state averages, and it has a lower percentage of economically disadvantaged students compared to Mansfield High School. In contrast, Mansfield High School has lower test scores and a 2-star rating, with a student population that is predominantly African American and a much higher proportion of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

The data highlights significant disparities in academic performance and student demographics between the two high schools in DeSoto Parish. These differences suggest that factors beyond just school resources and funding, such as socioeconomic and racial factors, may be contributing to the observed performance gap. Further investigation would be needed to identify the specific drivers of these disparities and develop targeted strategies to address the educational inequities in the area.