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#85 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 5% in state

Deer Creek-lamont HS

High School · DEER CREEK-LAMONT

Post Office Box 10, Lamont, OK 74643

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#85 of 1,750

In district

#1 of 2

DEER CREEK-LAMONT

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Deer Creek-lamont HS

8.4/10

High School in Lamont · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Deer Creek-lamont HS

Deer Creek-lamont HS is a public high school in Lamont, OK, part of DEER CREEK-LAMONT. Deer Creek-lamont HS serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Creek-lamont HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Deer Creek-lamont HS show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above OK schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Deer Creek-lamont HS 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Deer Creek-lamont HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Deer Creek-lamont HS 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,496
Chronic Absenteeism10.5%

Deer Creek-lamont HS — Students at Deer Creek-lamont HS score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 42 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
75%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
69.5%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
69.5%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
69.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
69.5%
2015
Math
69.5%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
24%
ELA
41%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Deer Creek-lamont HS Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
95th percentile in OK
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

Post Office Box 10, Lamont, OK 74643

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deer Creek-lamont HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MEDFORD HS (rated 9.0/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Medford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is POND CREEK-HUNTER HS (rated 8.6/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Pond Creek), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLACKWELL HS (rated 8.5/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Blackwell), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lamont, see our Lamont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DEER CREEK-LAMONT ES Deer Creek 8.8 mi 5.0
BILLINGS ES Billings 12.5 mi 6.0
BILLINGS HS Billings 12.6 mi
MEDFORD ES Medford 12.8 mi 5.9
MEDFORD HS Medford 12.8 mi 9.0
POND CREEK-HUNTER ES Pond Creek 13.1 mi 4.8
POND CREEK-HUNTER HS Pond Creek 13.1 mi 8.6
POND CREEK-HUNTER MS Pond Creek 13.1 mi 8.2
GARBER ES Garber 17.6 mi 4.9
GARBER HS Garber 17.6 mi 8.1
TONKAWA MS Tonkawa 14.2 mi 4.9
TONKAWA HS Tonkawa 14.2 mi 8.2
TONKAWA ES Tonkawa 14.4 mi 6.5
BLACKWELL ES Blackwell 15.9 mi 7.5
BLACKWELL MS Blackwell 17.0 mi 5.5
BLACKWELL HS Blackwell 17.0 mi 8.5
KREMLIN-HILLSDALE ES Kremlin 17.9 mi 5.0
KREMLIN-HILLSDALE HS Kremlin 17.9 mi 7.6
Caldwell Elem Caldwell 24.0 mi 7.8
Caldwell Secondary School Caldwell 24.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,172

Median Home Value

$65,000

Median Rent

$923/mo

Population

508

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

72.8%

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

45.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deer Creek-lamont HS

What grades does Deer Creek-lamont HS serve?

Deer Creek-lamont HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Deer Creek-lamont HS?

Deer Creek-lamont HS has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek-lamont HS is 7.6:1. 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 HS rank in OK?

Deer Creek-lamont HS ranks #85 of 1,750 schools in OK.

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

Deer Creek-lamont HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Creek-lamont HS has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Deer Creek-lamont HS a charter school?

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

Is Deer Creek-lamont HS a Title I school?

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

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

50.0% of students at Deer Creek-lamont HS 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Grant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.5%
4-Year Graduation
50%+

District

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

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