Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Crossing Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Deer Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Crossing Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
74%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Deer Crossing Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Deer Crossing Elementary School?
533 students attend Deer Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Deer Crossing Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Crossing Elementary School?
Deer Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Deer Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deer Crossing Elementary School part of?
Deer Crossing Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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