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Deer Lakes High School

Deer Lakes SD · Allegheny County · 163 East Union Rd, Cheswick, PA 15024.0

(724)265-5320

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6/10
#262
Rank 262 out of 625
Top 42%
English Language Arts7/10 · #211 · 67th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #225 · 64th percentile
Science3/10 · #436 · 29th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of the Allegheny River valley, Deer Lakes High School serves the small communities of Cheswick, Russellton, and the surrounding townships — the kind of area where neighbors know each other and school spirit runs deep. The school shows solid strengths in English and math, making it a reasonable fit for families looking for a stable, community-rooted education in a quiet, semi-rural corner of Allegheny County. For those drawn to a slower pace of life outside Pittsburgh's bustle, with easy access to the river towns and state parks nearby, Deer Lakes offers a grounded school experience that reflects its tight-knit surroundings.

Student Demographics

145 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
140 (97%)
Hispanic
4 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged42 (29%)
Students with Disabilities29 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

581
Enrollment
51.2
Teachers (FTE)
11.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

95.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

16
AP Courses
offered
14.8%
AP Participation
of students
86
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

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 Programs3/10 · #520 · 22nd percentile

14 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.