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#5557 of 8,552 schools in TX
Deerpark Middle
Middle School · ROUND ROCK ISD
8849 ANDERSON MILL RD, Austin, TX 78729
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
820
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,557 of 8,552
In Austin
#132 of 241
public schools
In district
#39 of 55
ROUND ROCK ISD
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About Deerpark Middle
Deerpark Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of ROUND ROCK ISD. Deerpark Middle serves approximately 820 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Deerpark Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,557 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Deerpark Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Deerpark 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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Deerpark Middle — Students at Deerpark Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
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: 5.8/10.
How Deerpark Middle Compares
See how Deerpark 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
8849 ANDERSON MILL RD, Austin, TX 78729
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerpark Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CANYON VISTA MIDDLE (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOY PARK MONTESSORI EDUCATION CHILDREN'S HOUSE Austin | 0.1 mi | — |
| LIVE OAK EL Austin | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| POND SPRINGS EL Austin | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CASA DE NINOS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 1.0 mi | — |
| FOREST NORTH EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENDEAVOR AUSTIN Austin | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JOLLYVILLE EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| WESTWOOD H S Austin | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CANYON VISTA MIDDLE Austin | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| SPICEWOOD EL Austin | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| KATHY CARAWAY EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ANDERSON MILL EL Austin | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| HOPE CHILDREN'S CENTER Austin | 2.0 mi | — |
| NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| SHINING STARS MONTESSORI LLC Austin | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LAUREL MOUNTAIN EL Austin | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Austin | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MCNEIL H S Austin | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ABACUS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78729 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,589
Median Home Value
$434,500
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
30,440
College Educated
61.2%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerpark Middle
What grades does Deerpark Middle serve?
Deerpark Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Deerpark Middle?
Deerpark Middle has an enrollment of approximately 820 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerpark Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerpark Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deerpark Middle rank in TX?
Deerpark Middle ranks #5,557 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Deerpark Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Deerpark Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Deerpark Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerpark Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Deerpark Middle a charter school?
No, Deerpark Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerpark Middle a Title I school?
No, Deerpark Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deerpark Middle?
40.6% of students at Deerpark 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 820
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (512) 464-6600
Resources & Links
District
ROUND ROCK ISD- District Enrollment
- 46,197
- Schools in District
- 60
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,955
- District Rank
- #39 of 55
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