Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Deer K-12 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer K-12 School's student population of 217 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer K-12 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer K-12 School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#620 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
91%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer K-12 School's ranking?
Deer K-12 School is ranked #620 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deer K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Deer K-12 School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deer K-12 School?
217 students attend Deer K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Deer K-12 School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer K-12 School?
Deer K-12 School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer K-12 School offer ?
Deer K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer K-12 School part of?
Deer K-12 School is part of Deer/Mt. Judea School District.
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