Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer Path Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Path Elementary School serves the northeast part of Cary, IL, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Path Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Path Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Deer Path 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 Path Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1209 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Path Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Path Elementary School is ranked #1209 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Deer Path Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Path Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deer Path Elementary School?
452 students attend Deer Path Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Deer Path Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Path Elementary School?
Deer Path Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer Path Elementary School offer ?
Deer Path Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Deer Path Elementary School part of?
Deer Path Elementary School is part of Cary CCSD 26 School District.
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