Serving 764 students in grades 6-8, Deep Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deep Creek Middle serves the northern part of Chesapeake, VA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deep Creek Middle School's student population of 764 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Deep Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Creek Middle School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1214 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Creek Middle School's ranking?
Deep Creek Middle School is ranked #1214 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Deep Creek Middle School often compared to?
Deep Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hugo A. Owens Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Deep Creek Middle School?
764 students attend Deep Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Deep Creek Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deep Creek Middle School?
Deep Creek Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deep Creek Middle School offer ?
Deep Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Creek Middle School part of?
Deep Creek Middle School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Creek Middle School located?
Deep Creek Middle School is located in the Deep Creek North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Deep Creek North.
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