Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Deer Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Lakes MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cheswick, PA, covering approximately 40.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer Lakes Middle School's student population of 383 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Lakes Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1031 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Deer Lakes Middle School is ranked #1031 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Deer Lakes Middle School?
383 students attend Deer Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Deer Lakes Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Lakes Middle School?
Deer Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer Lakes Middle School offer ?
Deer Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deer Lakes Middle School part of?
Deer Lakes Middle School is part of Deer Lakes School District.
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