Serving 888 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deep Creek Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deep Creek Central Elementary serves the west part of Chesapeake, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 79.6 square miles, where most families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep Creek Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deep Creek Central Elementary School's student population of 888 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
888 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deep Creek Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Creek Central Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
30%
21%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Creek Central Elementary School's ranking?
Deep Creek Central Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Deep Creek Central Elementary School often compared to?
Deep Creek Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deep Creek Elementary School, Cedar Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Deep Creek Central Elementary School?
888 students attend Deep Creek Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Deep Creek Central Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deep Creek Central Elementary School?
Deep Creek Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deep Creek Central Elementary School offer ?
Deep Creek Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Creek Central Elementary School part of?
Deep Creek Central Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Creek Central Elementary School located?
Deep Creek Central Elementary School is located in the Deep Creek South neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Deep Creek South.
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