Serving 588 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 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 15:1 is equal to 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 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Deer Run Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Run Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Run Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1643 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
63%
13%
White
3%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 #1643 out of 1,763 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
588 students attend Deer Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Deer Run Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Run Elementary School?
Deer Run Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to 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
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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