Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Deer Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer Canyon Elementary School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
585 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Canyon Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2000 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
12%
12%

Hispanic
53%
56%

Black
6%
5%

White
22%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Canyon Elementary School is ranked #2000 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Deer Canyon Elementary School?
585 students attend Deer Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Deer Canyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Canyon Elementary School?
Deer Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Deer Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Deer Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Deer Canyon Elementary School part of?
Deer Canyon Elementary School is part of Alta Loma Elementary School District.
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