Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Deep River Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Deep River Elementary School's student population of 189 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
School Rankings
Deep River Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep River Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep River Elementary School's ranking?
Deep River Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Deep River Elementary School?
189 students attend Deep River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Deep River Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Deep River Elementary School offer ?
Deep River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep River Elementary School part of?
Deep River Elementary School is part of Deep River School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep River Elementary School located?
Deep River Elementary School is located in the Deep River Center neighborhood of Deep River, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Deep River Center.
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