Desoto Central Primary School serves 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desoto Central Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Desoto Central Primary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desoto Central Primary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
37%
45%
White
38%
40%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Desoto Central Primary School often compared to?
Desoto Central Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Desoto Central Primary School?
792 students attend Desoto Central Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Desoto Central Primary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desoto Central Primary School?
Desoto Central Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desoto Central Primary School offer ?
Desoto Central Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desoto Central Primary School part of?
Desoto Central Primary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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