Deer Creek Elementary School serves 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20% in IN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Creek Elementary School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Deer Creek Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
63%
62%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Deer Creek Elementary School?
613 students attend Deer Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Deer Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Creek Elementary School?
Deer Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deer Creek Elementary School offer ?
Deer Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Deer Creek Elementary School part of?
Deer Creek Elementary School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools.
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