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#560 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 48% in state
Deer Park Middle
Middle School · Charleston 01
2263 Otranto Road, North Charleston, SC 29406
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#560 of 1,176
In North Charleston
#10 of 30
public schools
In district
#44 of 79
Charleston 01
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Deer Park Middle
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About Deer Park Middle
Deer Park Middle is a public middle school in North Charleston, SC, part of Charleston 01. Deer Park Middle serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #560 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Park Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Deer Park Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
41% of students at Deer Park Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Deer Park Middle — Students at Deer Park Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How Deer Park Middle Compares
See how Deer Park Middle 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
2263 Otranto Road, North Charleston, SC 29406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Middle (rated 4.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Goose Creek), a more accessible option. Another option is Northwoods Middle (rated 3.9/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sedgefield Middle (rated 2.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Goose Creek), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Charleston, see our North Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN Charter School Lowcountry N. Charleston | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| A. C. Corcoran Elementary North Charleston | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Goose Creek Elementary Goose Creek | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Charleston | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Pinehurst Elementary North Charleston | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Northwoods Middle North Charleston | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Howe Hall AIMS Elementary Goose Creek | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Goose Creek High Goose Creek | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Hanahan Elementary Hanahan | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Mount Holly Elementary Goose Creek | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Pepperhill Elementary North Charleston | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| CROWFIELD ACADEMY Goose Creek | 2.7 mi | — |
| Sedgefield Middle Goose Creek | 2.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Westview Elementary Goose Creek | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Westview Middle Goose Creek | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Westview Primary Goose Creek | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Midland Park Primary North Charleston | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Bowen's Corner Elementary Hanahan | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| RB Stall High North Charleston | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL Hanahan | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,640
Median Home Value
$209,700
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
32,482
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
33.6
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| Cyril B. Busbee Creative Arts Academy Cayce, SC | 6.1 |
| Allendale-Fairfax Middle Fairfax, SC | 6.0 |
| Dacusville Middle Easley, SC | 6.0 |
| Honea Path Middle Honea Path, SC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Park Middle
What grades does Deer Park Middle serve?
Deer Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Deer Park Middle?
Deer Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Park Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Park Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Park Middle rank in SC?
Deer Park Middle ranks #560 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Deer Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Park Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Park Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Deer Park Middle a charter school?
No, Deer Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Park Middle a Title I school?
No, Deer Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Park Middle?
100.0% of students at Deer Park Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (843) 990-5200
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #44 of 79
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