DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the DESOTO school district, located in ARCADIA, FL with about 1,248 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 66 teachers, DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located in Arcadia, Florida, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the surrounding DeSoto County community. As the district's flagship high school, it offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and workforce readiness. The school fosters a traditional academic environment while providing various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and vocational opportunities intended to promote student engagement and personal development.

The school functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing its commitment to academic achievement and school spirit. Through its official website, the institution provides students and families with resources regarding athletic schedules, academic calendars, and administrative policies. By maintaining a focus on core educational standards and community involvement, DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL strives to equip its diverse student body with the necessary skills to succeed in an evolving global landscape.

For more information, contact DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (863) 494-3434 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1710 E GIBSON ST
ARCADIA, FL 34266-8753
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DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ARCADIA, FL with about 1,248 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DESOTO
Total Students:
1,248
Teachers:
66
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,248 students

Hispanic/Latino
48.7%
White
37.3%
Black or African American
11.3%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
47.8%
Male
52.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.