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Desoto Junior High School

Public | 7-8 | 436 students

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Posted August 29, 2008

I went to DeSoto School my entire life and I can tell you right now it has not gotten any better. My child goes to DeSoto Junior High and they don't even have enough text books for the classes. They have to share books in class and they aren't allowed to take them home. I wouldn't reccomend anyone putting their children in this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 26, 2008

I have had 4 kids go through De Soto Junior High and have to say that I have been very pleased with what they have gotten out of their education. None of my kids were ever forced into tutoring, it has always been optional for them. I have only had one real problem with one particular teacher and she is now retired. I can't imagine a better place for my kids to attend. The administration is very eager to reward the kids for their map test scores and are very proud of what the kids have accompolished. I think most people would be proud to say that our kids go to such a great school with administration and teachers that are as supportive as these are.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2008

The school doesn't offer enough programs or help for average kids struggling with their grades. The kids need more encouragement to succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 19, 2006

Desoto Jr. High is an excellent school, however I wish they would give parents more of an opportunity to help their child academically rather than force them into an afterschool tutoring program. Parents need to be involved in their child's academic progress.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 11, 2005

This school is an excellant choice. The students and teachers are great. Iam an 8th grade student here at DJHS. I was a cheerleader last year. The after school activities are great. We have Art Club, Sport Intermurals, Quiz Bowl, science club, Trend, Dragons Against Drugs and 7th and 8th grade volleyball, basketball, track, cross country and cheerleading teams. We also have an 8th grade foot ball team. We have N.J.H.S., student council, year book staff and the renaissance program. We have three wonderfull choirs and an awesome band. Our MAP test scores are always great and we study really hard for the MAP test. This school is in my oppinion, is probably in the top 10 schools in Missouri.
—Submitted by Tesla Russell, a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 56% in 2012.

217 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
43%

2009

 
 
53%
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

217 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
55%

2009

 
 
65%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 54% in 2012.

208 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
52%
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

208 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
58%
Science

The state average for Science was 50% in 2012.

205 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
43%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students53%
Female59%
Male46%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White53%
Free or reduced-price lunch49%
Students with disabilities14%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students63%
Female64%
Male62%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White63%
Free or reduced-price lunch60%
Students with disabilities27%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students45%
Female44%
Male47%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White44%
Free or reduced-price lunch39%
Students with disabilities14%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students55%
Female51%
Male58%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White54%
Free or reduced-price lunch48%
Students with disabilities17%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Science

All Students46%
Female41%
Male52%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White46%
Free or reduced-price lunch38%
Students with disabilities12%
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 57% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
n/a
Government

The state average for Government was 57% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments to test high school students in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, English I, English II, American History, Government, and Biology. The EOC Assessments are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Missouri for each subject. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Algebra I

All Students92%
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White92%
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments to test high school students in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, English I, English II, American History, Government, and Biology. The EOC Assessments are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Missouri for each subject. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 98% 76%
Black 1% 18%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
Hispanic 0% 4%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 49%N/A39%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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731 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
Phone: (636) 586-1030

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