DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Deer Park Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Newport News City Public Schools school district, located in Newport News, VA with about 547 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, Deer Park Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Deer Park Elementary School, located at 11541 Jefferson Ave in Newport News, Virginia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Newport News Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its students, emphasizing academic achievement alongside the social and emotional development of its diverse student body. By integrating modern educational practices with a focus on community involvement, Deer Park strives to prepare its pupils for long-term success while maintaining a curriculum aligned with state standards.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing comprehensive resources that enhance the classroom experience. Through its website, Deer Park maintains open lines of communication with families, offering updates on school programs, extracurricular activities, and district policies. As an integral part of the Newport News community, the school works consistently to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be curious, collaborative, and accountable learners.

For more information, contact Deer Park Elementary at (757) 591-7470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.