Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Deer Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Creek Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Creek Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1680 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
7%
8%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Creek Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Deer Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Vale Elementary School, Spring Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Deer Creek Elementary School?
464 students attend Deer Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Deer Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Creek Elementary School?
Deer Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Deer Creek Elementary School offer ?
Deer Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Deer Creek Elementary School part of?
Deer Creek Elementary School is part of Deer Creek School District.
In what neighborhood is Deer Creek Elementary School located?
Deer Creek Elementary School is located in the Northwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Edmond, OK. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Oklahoma City.
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