Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer Crossing Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Crossing Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#362 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
3%
33%
White
81%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Crossing Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Deer Crossing Elementary School?
464 students attend Deer Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Deer Crossing Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Crossing Elementary School?
Deer Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Deer Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer Crossing Elementary School part of?
Deer Crossing Elementary School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
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