Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Deer Park C C Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Park C C Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Ottawa, IL, covering approximately 51 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer Park C C Elementary School's student population of 44 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
44 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Park C C Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Park C C Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1543 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Park C C Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Park C C Elementary School is ranked #1543 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deer Park C C Elementary School?
44 students attend Deer Park C C Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Deer Park C C Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Park C C Elementary School?
Deer Park C C Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer Park C C Elementary School offer ?
Deer Park C C Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Deer Park C C Elementary School part of?
Deer Park C C Elementary School is part of Deer Park CCSD 82 School District.
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