Serving 375 students in grades 5-6, Deer Path Middle School East ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Path Middle School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer Path Middle School East's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer Path Middle School East ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Path Middle School East is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Path Middle School East's ranking?
Deer Path Middle School East is ranked #382 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Deer Path Middle School East often compared to?
Deer Path Middle School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, Rondout Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deer Path Middle School East?
375 students attend Deer Path Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Deer Path Middle School East students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Path Middle School East?
Deer Path Middle School East has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer Path Middle School East offer ?
Deer Path Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Deer Path Middle School East part of?
Deer Path Middle School East is part of Lake Forest SD 67 School District.
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