Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deer Chase Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Chase Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Deer Chase Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Chase Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Chase Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1885 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
90%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Chase Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Chase Elementary School is ranked #1885 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Deer Chase Elementary School often compared to?
Deer Chase Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Elementary School, Diamond Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Deer Chase Elementary School?
616 students attend Deer Chase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Deer Chase Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Chase Elementary School?
Deer Chase Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Chase Elementary School offer ?
Deer Chase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer Chase Elementary School part of?
Deer Chase Elementary School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Deer Chase Elementary School located?
Deer Chase Elementary School is located in the Walton Farms neighborhood of Hephzibah, GA.
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