Serving 765 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deep Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deep Creek Elementary School's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Deep Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Creek Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
20%
22%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deep Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Deep Creek Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Deep Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Deep Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deep Creek Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Deep Creek Elementary School?
765 students attend Deep Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Deep Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deep Creek Elementary School?
Deep Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deep Creek Elementary School offer ?
Deep Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Creek Elementary School part of?
Deep Creek Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Creek Elementary School located?
Deep Creek Elementary School is located in the Deep Creek North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Deep Creek North.
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