Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer Run Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Run Elementary serves the southwest part of Indianapolis, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer Run Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student matters, every moment counts.
School Rankings
Deer Run Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Run Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1589 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Run Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Run Elementary School is ranked #1589 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Deer Run Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Deer Run Elementary School?
616 students attend Deer Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Deer Run Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Run Elementary School?
Deer Run Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deer Run Elementary School offer ?
Deer Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer Run Elementary School part of?
Deer Run Elementary School is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Deer Run Elementary School located?
Deer Run Elementary School is located in the Northwest High School neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest High School.
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