Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Deerfield School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerfield School serves the northeast part of Pleasant Grove, UT, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deerfield School's student population of 554 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerfield School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield School's ranking?
Deerfield School is ranked #137 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Deerfield School often compared to?
Deerfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Canyon School, Orchard Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Deerfield School?
554 students attend Deerfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Deerfield School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield School?
Deerfield School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Deerfield School offer ?
Deerfield School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Deerfield School part of?
Deerfield School is part of Alpine School District.
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