Excellent
#799 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Deer Creek EL
Elementary School · LEANDER ISD
2420 ZEPPELIN DR, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#799 of 8,552
In Cedar Park
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 47
LEANDER ISD
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Deer Creek EL
Elementary School in Cedar Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deer Creek EL
Deer Creek EL is a public elementary school in Cedar Park, TX, part of LEANDER ISD. Deer Creek EL serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #799 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Creek EL show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Deer Creek EL — Students at Deer Creek EL score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 8.6/10.
How Deer Creek EL Compares
See how Deer Creek EL 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
2420 ZEPPELIN DR, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PURPLE SAGE EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Austin), with a very similar rating. Another option is HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CEDAR PARK (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Austin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PAULINE NAUMANN EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cedar Park, see our Cedar Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CEDAR PARK Cedar Park | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL CEDAR PARK Cedar Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| WESTSIDE EL Cedar Park | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CEDAR PARK H S Cedar Park | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CEDAR PARK MIDDLE Cedar Park | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ADA MAE FAUBION EL Cedar Park | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| PAULINE NAUMANN EL Cedar Park | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| CYPRESS EL Cedar Park | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CEDAR PARK Austin | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| OFFICER LEONARD A REED EL Leander | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Cedar Park | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| C C MASON EL Cedar Park | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PURPLE SAGE EL Austin | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| LOIS F GIDDENS EL Cedar Park | 2.9 mi | 3.3 |
| JORDAN INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 2.8 mi | — |
| HARBOR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Leander | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| RUNNING BRUSHY MIDDLE Cedar Park | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PATRICIA KNOWLES EL Cedar Park | 3.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,829
Median Home Value
$461,900
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Population
89,162
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Creek EL
What grades does Deer Creek EL serve?
Deer Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Deer Creek EL?
Deer Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Creek EL rank in TX?
Deer Creek EL ranks #799 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Deer Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Creek EL has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Deer Creek EL a charter school?
No, Deer Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Creek EL a Title I school?
No, Deer Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Creek EL?
9.2% of students at Deer Creek EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 651
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (512) 570-6300
Resources & Links
District
LEANDER ISD- District Enrollment
- 42,593
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,669
- District Rank
- #5 of 47
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