Serving 1,638 students in grades 9-12, Deep Creek High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deep Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Deep Creek High School's student population of 1,638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Hornet
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Deep Creek High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deep Creek High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
37%
22%
White
35%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 High School's ranking?
Deep Creek High School is ranked #322 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Deep Creek High School often compared to?
Deep Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deep Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Deep Creek High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Deep Creek High School?
1,638 students attend Deep Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Deep Creek High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deep Creek High School?
Deep Creek High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deep Creek High School offer ?
Deep Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deep Creek High School part of?
Deep Creek High School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Deep Creek High School located?
Deep Creek High School is located in the Deep Creek North neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Deep Creek North.
School Reviews
5 8/17/2016
I would like to get more information about your program,please. my son is 14 and will be attending Kellam High school. He has been on honor roll all year at Princee Ann Middle school and he is especially good with math and science. He has interested in music and been playing keyboard, guitar and signing for the last 5yrs. He also plays other sports too such as Taekwondo which he is a 1st degree black belt, he plays baseball, soccer, diving and swimming. He also has his certificate as a swim instructor and loves teaching the little kids how to swim and He has his life guard certificate too. He had to learn CPR and first aid both times before he could get his certificates for the swim instructor and life guard. He volunteers at Va. Beach recreation center in between classes he takes there. He is very friendly and out going.
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