DESOTO JR. HIGH SCHOOL

DESOTO JR. HIGH is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DESOTO 73 school district, located in DESOTO, MO with about 412 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 28 teachers, DESOTO JR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Junior High School, located at 731 Amvets Drive in DeSoto, Missouri, serves as a key academic institution within the DeSoto School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the educational gap between elementary school and the high school level, focusing on the unique developmental, social, and academic needs of students in grades 7 and 8. The facility provides a structured environment where students are encouraged to build essential foundational skills in core subjects while beginning to explore elective opportunities and extracurricular interests.

As part of the broader DeSoto community, the junior high emphasizes a culture of growth, collaboration, and personal responsibility. The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge students to think critically and prepare them for the rigors of secondary education. Beyond academics, the school actively fosters a supportive climate, encouraging student participation in various sports, clubs, and service-oriented activities, which helps students develop character and school spirit during these formative middle-school years.

For more information, contact DESOTO JR. HIGH at (636) 586-1030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.