Excellent
#1129 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Deer Canyon Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
13455 Russet Leaf Ln., San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,129 of 9,539
In San Diego
#70 of 288
public schools
In district
#9 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Deer Canyon Elementary
Deer Canyon Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Deer Canyon Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,129 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Canyon Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Deer Canyon Elementary runs 24.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Deer Canyon Elementary — Students at Deer Canyon Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Deer Canyon Elementary Compares
See how Deer Canyon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13455 Russet Leaf Ln., San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Canyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific Sky (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sundance Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mesa Verde Middle San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Westview High San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Sundance Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Park Village Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Pacific Sky San Diego | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 2.3 mi | — |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Sandburg Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Amazing Grace online School San Diego | 2.4 mi | — |
| Willow Ridge Academy San Diego | 2.8 mi | — |
| Pacific Trails Middle Encinitas | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.3 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 8.3 |
| CHANDLER SCHOOL Pasadena, CA | 8.3 |
| Chabot Elementary Castro Valley, CA | 8.3 |
| Cipriani Elementary Belmont, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Canyon Elementary
What grades does Deer Canyon Elementary serve?
Deer Canyon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Deer Canyon Elementary?
Deer Canyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Canyon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Canyon Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Canyon Elementary rank in CA?
Deer Canyon Elementary ranks #1,129 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Deer Canyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Deer Canyon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Canyon Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Deer Canyon Elementary a charter school?
No, Deer Canyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Canyon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Deer Canyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Canyon Elementary?
8.6% of students at Deer Canyon Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (858) 484-6064
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #9 of 38
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