All About DeSoto Texas

About the City of DeSoto

DeSoto Texas is twelve miles south of Dallas on Interstate highways 35 and 20, U.S. Highway 67, and Ten Mile Creek in southern Dallas County. In this 21 square mile city, DeSoto Texas has more than 45,000 residents who often commute to the Metroplex or work in civic facilities. These facilities that have helped to fuel the growth of the city are the police station, fire stations, nearly 40 public parks, the public library, and twelve public schools. With the average listing price of $200,000, DeSoto lends itself as a place to live, work, educate your children and provides plenty of parks to go for a picnic in.

Things to Do in DeSoto Texas

Outdoor activities and recreations, such as Joe Pool Lake, are also available to DeSoto residents. Community activities include the Trade Fair in April, the Heritage Festival and Outdoor Concert, the Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular as well as a visit to Center Theatre to watch local groups perform. DeSoto Texas keeps its small town busy with big city drive.

DeSoto Schools

DeSoto Texas is served by DeSoto Independent School district. The district has seven elementary schools, three middle schools, one freshman center, and one high school. DeSoto ISD has twelve campuses and is rated Academically Acceptable by the Texas Education Agency, including Ruby Young Elementary and Woodridge Elementary being recognized campuses. There are also six private schools located in DeSoto Texas that range in grade levels that are taught.

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