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Deer Run School

311 Foxon Rd.
East Haven, CT 06512
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Deer Run School serves 221 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 84%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 221 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 84%
  • : 73%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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School Overview

Deer Run School's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Deer Run School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CT)
(09-10)
84%
84%
(09-10)
73%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Deer Run School often compared to?
Deer Run Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross/woodward School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 84% CT state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% CT state average).
How many students attend Deer Run School?
221 students attend Deer Run School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Deer Run School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Run School?
Deer Run School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deer Run School offer ?
Deer Run School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deer Run School part of?
Deer Run School is part of East Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Deer Run School located?
Deer Run School is located in the Foxon neighborhood of East Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Foxon.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 221 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 84%
  • : 73%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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