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Deer Creek-lamont ES

Elementary School · DEER CREEK-LAMONT

1643 Main Street, Deer Creek, OK 74636

Enrollment

87

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,410 of 1,750

In district

#2 of 2

DEER CREEK-LAMONT

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Deer Creek-lamont ES

5.0/10

Elementary School in Deer Creek · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Deer Creek-lamont HS

8.4/10

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About Deer Creek-lamont ES

Deer Creek-lamont ES is a public elementary school in Deer Creek, OK, part of DEER CREEK-LAMONT. Deer Creek-lamont ES serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Creek-lamont ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,410 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Deer Creek-lamont ES show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below OK schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Deer Creek-lamont ES is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Deer Creek-lamont ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Deer Creek-lamont ES sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,496
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Deer Creek-lamont ES — Students at Deer Creek-lamont ES score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 32 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
61%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
28%

* 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: 1.4/10.

How Deer Creek-lamont ES Compares

See how Deer Creek-lamont ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in OK
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1643 Main Street, Deer Creek, OK 74636

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deer Creek-lamont ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caldwell Elem (rated 7.8/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Caldwell), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLACKWELL ES (rated 7.5/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Blackwell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Newkirk), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deer Creek, see our Deer Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DEER CREEK-LAMONT HS Lamont 8.8 mi 8.4
BLACKWELL ES Blackwell 11.7 mi 7.5
MEDFORD ES Medford 11.9 mi 5.9
MEDFORD HS Medford 11.9 mi 9.0
BLACKWELL MS Blackwell 13.1 mi 5.5
BLACKWELL HS Blackwell 13.3 mi 8.5
Caldwell Elem Caldwell 16.2 mi 7.8
Caldwell Secondary School Caldwell 16.2 mi 7.0
Caldwell Secondary School-Chisholm Trail eLea Caldwell 16.2 mi
TONKAWA MS Tonkawa 14.9 mi 4.9
TONKAWA HS Tonkawa 14.9 mi 8.2
TONKAWA ES Tonkawa 14.9 mi 6.5
South Haven Elem South Haven 17.8 mi 7.0
South Haven High South Haven 17.8 mi 6.2
BILLINGS ES Billings 19.7 mi 6.0
BILLINGS HS Billings 19.7 mi
POND CREEK-HUNTER ES Pond Creek 18.2 mi 4.8
POND CREEK-HUNTER HS Pond Creek 18.2 mi 8.6
POND CREEK-HUNTER MS Pond Creek 18.2 mi 8.2
PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk 19.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74636 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,750

Median Home Value

$123,800

Median Rent

$917/mo

Population

263

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

68.9%

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

34.2

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EAGLETOWN ES Eagletown, OK 4.9
HILLSDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hillsdale, OK 4.9
KENWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Salina, OK 5.1
NORTHEAST ES Guymon, OK 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deer Creek-lamont ES

What grades does Deer Creek-lamont ES serve?

Deer Creek-lamont ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Deer Creek-lamont ES?

Deer Creek-lamont ES has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek-lamont ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek-lamont ES is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Deer Creek-lamont ES rank in OK?

Deer Creek-lamont ES ranks #1,410 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Deer Creek-lamont ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Deer Creek-lamont ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Creek-lamont ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Creek-lamont ES has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Deer Creek-lamont ES a charter school?

No, Deer Creek-lamont ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Deer Creek-lamont ES a Title I school?

No, Deer Creek-lamont ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Creek-lamont ES?

65.5% of students at Deer Creek-lamont ES 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Grant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

DEER CREEK-LAMONT
District Enrollment
125
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,496
District Rank
#2 of 2

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