Serving 723 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deer Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer Creek Elementary School's student population of 723 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Creek Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2636 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Creek Elementary School is ranked #2636 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Deer Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bess Race Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Deer Creek Elementary School?
723 students attend Deer Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Deer Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Creek Elementary School?
Deer Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Creek Elementary School offer ?
Deer Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Deer Creek Elementary School part of?
Deer Creek Elementary School is part of Crowley Independent School District.
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