DE SOTO HIGH SCHOOL
De Soto High School is a public high school that is part of the De Soto school district, located in De Soto, KS with about 942 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, De Soto High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
De Soto High School, located in De Soto, Kansas, is a prominent secondary institution serving the USD 232 school district. As a community-focused high school, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages intellectual growth, critical thinking, and civic responsibility among its diverse student body.
Beyond its academic offerings, De Soto High School maintains a robust extracurricular culture, featuring a variety of athletic programs, performing arts, and student-led organizations. These activities are designed to enrich the student experience, promote teamwork, and build school spirit. With a commitment to innovation and student success, the school continues to be a central pillar of the De Soto community, emphasizing the development of well-rounded individuals who are equipped to succeed after graduation.
For more information, contact De Soto High School at (913) 667-6250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
De Soto, KS 66018-8419
(913) 667-6250
http://dhs.usd232.org
DE SOTO HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in De Soto, KS with about 942 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- De Soto
- Total Students:
- 942
- Teachers:
- 56.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 942 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DE SOTO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 82% of the student body.
- White
- 82.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.0%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- Black or African American
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
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.