Serving 916 students in grades 6-8, Deerpark Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerpark Middle serves the southwest part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerpark Middle School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
916 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerpark Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerpark Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3853 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
30%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerpark Middle School's ranking?
Deerpark Middle School is ranked #3853 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Deerpark Middle School often compared to?
Deerpark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noel Grisham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Deerpark Middle School?
916 students attend Deerpark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Deerpark Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerpark Middle School?
Deerpark Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deerpark Middle School offer ?
Deerpark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Deerpark Middle School part of?
Deerpark Middle School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Deerpark Middle School located?
Deerpark Middle School is located in the Springwoods neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Springwoods.
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