Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deer Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Park Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Park Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#474 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
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)12.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Environmental Science Magnet Program
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Park Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Park Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Deer Park Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achievable Dream Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Deer Park Elementary School?
433 students attend Deer Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Deer Park Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Park Elementary School?
Deer Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Park Elementary School offer ?
Deer Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Deer Park Elementary School part of?
Deer Park Elementary School is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Deer Park Elementary School located?
Deer Park Elementary School is located in the Deer Park neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Deer Park.
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