Serving 346 students in grades 5-6, Deer Path Middle Sch East ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Path Middle Sch East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer Path Middle Sch East's student population of 346 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Path Middle Sch East ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Path Middle Sch East is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Path Middle Sch East's ranking?
Deer Path Middle Sch East is ranked #441 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Deer Path Middle Sch East often compared to?
Deer Path Middle Sch Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, Rondout Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deer Path Middle Sch East?
346 students attend Deer Path Middle Sch East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Deer Path Middle Sch East students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Path Middle Sch East?
Deer Path Middle Sch East has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Path Middle Sch East offer ?
Deer Path Middle Sch East offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Deer Path Middle Sch East part of?
Deer Path Middle Sch East is part of Lake Forest SD 67 School District.
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