North Desoto Lower Elementary School serves 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Desoto Lower Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Desoto Lower Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
18%
42%
White
68%
41%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Desoto Lower Elementary School?
523 students attend North Desoto Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Desoto Lower Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Desoto Lower Elementary School?
North Desoto Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Desoto Lower Elementary School offer ?
North Desoto Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Desoto Lower Elementary School part of?
North Desoto Lower Elementary School is part of Desoto Parish School District.
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