Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Ridge Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Ridge Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#397 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Ridge Elementary School is ranked #397 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Deer Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Covington Elementary School, Aboite Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Deer Ridge Elementary School?
450 students attend Deer Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Deer Ridge Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Ridge Elementary School?
Deer Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deer Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Deer Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Deer Ridge Elementary School part of?
Deer Ridge Elementary School is part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls School District.
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