Excellent
#206 of 990 schools in CT
Top 21% in state
Based on limited data
Deer Run School
Elementary School · East Haven School District
311 Foxon Rd., East Haven, CT 06512
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#206 of 990
In East Haven
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
East Haven School District
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Deer Run School
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About Deer Run School
Deer Run School is a public elementary school in East Haven, CT, part of East Haven School District. Deer Run School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Run School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #206 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Run School show 84% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Deer Run School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Deer Run School — Students at Deer Run School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
How Deer Run School Compares
See how Deer Run School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
311 Foxon Rd., East Haven, CT 06512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Run School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jerome Harrison School (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Branford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montowese Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby North Haven), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary T. Murphy School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Branford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Haven, see our East Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Haven High School East Haven | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Dominick H. Ferrara School East Haven | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Jerome Harrison School North Branford | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Montowese Elementary School North Haven | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Bishop Woods Architecture and Design Magnet School New Haven | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| North Branford Intermediate School North Branford | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| North Branford High School North Branford | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Mary T. Murphy School Branford | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Ross/Woodward School New Haven | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| EAST SHORELINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Branford | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Joseph Melillo Middle School East Haven | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Branford High School Branford | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ALL NATIONS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Haven | 2.9 mi | — |
| John B. Sliney School Branford | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| North Haven High School North Haven | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| North Haven Middle School North Haven | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Clinton Avenue School New Haven | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Benjamin Jepson Magnet School New Haven | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Fair Haven School New Haven | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY New Haven | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,034
Median Home Value
$265,200
Median Rent
$1,464/mo
Population
29,347
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford, CT | 8.1 |
| William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville, CT | 8.1 |
| Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Southington, CT | 8.1 |
| Center School Litchfield, CT | 8.2 |
| Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook, CT | 8.2 |
| Pumpkin Delight School Milford, CT | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Run School
What grades does Deer Run School serve?
Deer Run School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Deer Run School?
Deer Run School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Run School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Run School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Run School rank in CT?
Deer Run School ranks #206 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Deer Run School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Run School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Run School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Run School has 84% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Deer Run School a charter school?
No, Deer Run School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Run School a Title I school?
No, Deer Run School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Run School?
44.3% of students at Deer Run School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (203) 468-3324
Resources & Links
District
East Haven School District- District Enrollment
- 2,903
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,162
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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