Excellent
#280 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 15% in state
Deer Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · MSD Southwest Allen County Schls
1515 Scott Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#280 of 1,823
In Fort Wayne
#7 of 74
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
MSD Southwest Allen County Schls
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Deer Ridge Elementary
Deer Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls. Deer Ridge Elementary serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Ridge Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Deer Ridge Elementary — Students at Deer Ridge Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IN 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: 8.1/10.
How Deer Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Deer Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1515 Scott Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aboite Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arcola School (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Arcola), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Haverhill Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch Fort Wayne | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST Fort Wayne | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Summit Middle School Fort Wayne | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Homestead High School Fort Wayne | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Haverhill Elementary School Fort Wayne | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| eSACS Virtual School Fort Wayne | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Aboite Elementary School Fort Wayne | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Arcola School Arcola | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Woodside Middle School Fort Wayne | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Covington Elementary School Fort Wayne | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CANTERBURY SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Lafayette Meadow School Roanoke | 5.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Portage Middle School Fort Wayne | 4.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Indian Village Elementary School Fort Wayne | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne | 5.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Francis M Price Elementary School Fort Wayne | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Study Elementary School Fort Wayne | 5.6 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,245
Median Home Value
$383,000
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
16,906
College Educated
61.7%
Homeownership
92.2%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
37
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bittersweet Elementary School Mishawaka, IN | 8.1 |
| Central Elementary School Plainfield, IN | 8.1 |
| Chamberlain Elementary School Goshen, IN | 8.1 |
| Creekside Elementary School Franklin, IN | 8.1 |
| KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Avon, IN | 8.1 |
| Knapp Elementary School Michigan City, IN | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Ridge Elementary
What grades does Deer Ridge Elementary serve?
Deer Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Deer Ridge Elementary?
Deer Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Ridge Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Ridge Elementary rank in IN?
Deer Ridge Elementary ranks #280 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Deer Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Ridge Elementary 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 Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Ridge Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Deer Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Deer Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Deer Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Ridge Elementary?
16.2% of students at Deer Ridge 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
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.8%
- Phone
- (260) 431-0701
Resources & Links
District
MSD Southwest Allen County Schls- District Enrollment
- 7,555
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,322
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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