Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Deer Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Creek Middle School's student population of 541 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
Deer Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Creek Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#401 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
White
77%
49%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountaineer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Creek Middle School's ranking?
Deer Creek Middle School is ranked #401 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Deer Creek Middle School often compared to?
Deer Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Ridge Middle School, Ken Caryl Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Deer Creek Middle School?
541 students attend Deer Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Deer Creek Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Creek Middle School?
Deer Creek Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deer Creek Middle School offer ?
Deer Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer Creek Middle School part of?
Deer Creek Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Deer Creek Middle School located?
Deer Creek Middle School is located in the Stony Creek neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Stony Creek.
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