Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Crossing Elementary serves the southeastern part of New Market, MD, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Crossing Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Crossing Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Crossing Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Deer Crossing Elementary School?
528 students attend Deer Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Deer Crossing Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Crossing Elementary School?
Deer Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Deer Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deer Crossing Elementary School part of?
Deer Crossing Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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