Serving 691 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deer Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Park Elementary School's student population of 691 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Deer Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Park Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#820 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Park Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Park Elementary School is ranked #820 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Deer Park Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Jacinto Elementary School, La Porte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Deer Park Elementary School?
691 students attend Deer Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Deer Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Park Elementary School?
Deer Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Park Elementary School offer ?
Deer Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Deer Park Elementary School part of?
Deer Park Elementary School is part of Deer Park Independent School District.
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