Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deerfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deerfield Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deerfield Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Elementary School's ranking?
Deerfield Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Deerfield Elementary School often compared to?
Deerfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Cordley Elementary School, Sunflower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Deerfield Elementary School?
469 students attend Deerfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Deerfield Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deerfield Elementary School?
Deerfield Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deerfield Elementary School offer ?
Deerfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Deerfield Elementary School part of?
Deerfield Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Deerfield Elementary School located?
Deerfield Elementary School is located in the Deerfield neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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