Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Canyon Elementary serves the west part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Canyon Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Canyon Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
50%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Canyon Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Deer Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Deer Canyon Elementary School?
354 students attend Deer Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Deer Canyon Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Canyon Elementary School?
Deer Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Deer Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Deer Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Deer Canyon Elementary School part of?
Deer Canyon Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Deer Canyon Elementary School located?
Deer Canyon Elementary School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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