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Deer Canyon Elementary

Poway Unified · San Diego County · 13455 Russet Leaf Lane, San Diego, CA 92129-4411

(858) 484-6064 · www.powayusd.com/pusddces

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10/10
#100
Rank 100 out of 5,722
Top 2%
English Language Arts10/10 · #181 · 97th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #103 · 98th percentile
Science10/10 · #22 · 100th percentile

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School Overview

Deer Canyon Elementary sits in the rolling hills of Rancho Penasquitos, one of San Diego's most family-friendly master-planned communities, where good schools and outdoor living go hand in hand. Part of the highly regarded Poway Unified School District, Deer Canyon consistently performs at the very top of the state in English, math, and science — making it a natural draw for families who prioritize academics without sacrificing that laid-back Southern California lifestyle. With hiking trails, parks, and easy freeway access all around, it's the kind of place where ambitious parents put down roots and stay.

Student Demographics

174 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
65 (37%)
White
53 (30%)
Filipino
20 (11%)
Multiple Races
18 (10%)
Hispanic
15 (9%)
African American
3 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners49 (28%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged22 (13%)
Students with Disabilities23 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

354
Enrollment
17.2
Teachers (FTE)
20.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
17.5
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #3324 · 45th percentile

95 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found