Desoto Independent School District (Isd)

The Desoto Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a predominantly African American student population, with high rates of economic disadvantage across the schools.

The standout school in the district is Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy, which ranks among the top-performing elementary schools in the state and boasts strong test scores, with proficiency rates often exceeding the district and state averages. In contrast, Desoto West Middle and The Meadows Elementary are the lowest-performing schools, with significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the state. The district's largest high school, Desoto High School, also struggles with below-average test scores and a lower-than-average graduation rate.

The data reveals stark performance differences within the district, suggesting the need for a closer examination of the factors contributing to these disparities, such as teaching quality, resource allocation, and school leadership. Additionally, the high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility across the schools indicate a significant level of economic disadvantage among the student population, which likely contributes to the overall academic performance challenges faced by the district and its schools.