Excellent
#448 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 12% in state
Deer Path Middle Sch East
Middle School · Lake Forest SD 67
95 W Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#448 of 3,813
In Lake Forest
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Lake Forest SD 67
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Deer Path Middle Sch East
Deer Path Middle Sch East is a public middle school in Lake Forest, IL, part of Lake Forest SD 67. Deer Path Middle Sch East serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Path Middle Sch East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Path Middle Sch East show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Deer Path Middle Sch East 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 Path Middle Sch East — Students at Deer Path Middle Sch East score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Deer Path Middle Sch East Compares
See how Deer Path Middle Sch East performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
95 W Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Path Middle Sch East may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lake Bluff Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Bluff), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Deer Path Middle Sch West (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Northwood Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Highland Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Forest, see our Lake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Path Middle Sch West Lake Forest | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| SCHOOL OF ST MARY Lake Forest | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKE FOREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Lake Forest High School Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | 9.7 |
| Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Cherokee Elem School Lake Forest | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SCHOOL OF ST MARY UPPER GRADE CENTER Lake Forest | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lake Bluff Elem Sch Lake Bluff | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Everett Elem School Lake Forest | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Wayne Thomas Elem School Highland Park | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Northwood Middle School Highland Park | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAKE FOREST Lake Forest | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Forrestal Elem School Great Lakes | 3.8 mi | 3.9 |
| LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Great Lakes | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Bannockburn School Bannockburn | 4.0 mi | 9.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$225,551
Median Home Value
$899,200
Median Rent
$2,321/mo
Population
20,957
College Educated
81.2%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.1
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|---|---|
| Byron Middle School Byron, IL | 8.2 |
| Willowbrook Middle School South Beloit, IL | 8.2 |
| Cass Jr High School Darien, IL | 8.1 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora, IL | 8.1 |
| Geo T Wilkins Jr High School Justice, IL | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Magnet School Springfield, IL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Path Middle Sch East
What grades does Deer Path Middle Sch East serve?
Deer Path Middle Sch East serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Deer Path Middle Sch East?
Deer Path Middle Sch East has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Path Middle Sch East?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Path Middle Sch East is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Path Middle Sch East rank in IL?
Deer Path Middle Sch East ranks #448 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Deer Path Middle Sch East's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Path Middle Sch East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Path Middle Sch East?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Path Middle Sch East has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deer Path Middle Sch East a charter school?
No, Deer Path Middle Sch East is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Path Middle Sch East a Title I school?
No, Deer Path Middle Sch East is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (847) 615-4470
Resources & Links
District
Lake Forest SD 67- District Enrollment
- 1,657
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,131
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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