Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Desoto Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Desoto Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desoto Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desoto Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
70%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desoto Elementary School's ranking?
Desoto Elementary School is ranked #2033 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Desoto Elementary School often compared to?
Desoto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Shore Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Desoto Elementary School?
180 students attend Desoto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Desoto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desoto Elementary School?
Desoto Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desoto Elementary School offer ?
Desoto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desoto Elementary School part of?
Desoto Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Desoto Elementary School located?
Desoto Elementary School is located in the Palmetto Beach neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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