Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deep River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Deep River Elementary serves the northern part of Sanford, NC, covering an area of approximately 56.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edges of the attendance zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the zone's boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deep River Elementary School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deep River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep River Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1177 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
48%
22%
Black
15%
24%
White
29%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep River Elementary School's ranking?
Deep River Elementary School is ranked #1177 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Deep River Elementary School often compared to?
Deep River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bt Bullock Elementary 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 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Deep River Elementary School?
557 students attend Deep River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Deep River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deep River Elementary School?
Deep River Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deep River Elementary School offer ?
Deep River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deep River Elementary School part of?
Deep River Elementary School is part of Lee County Schools.
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