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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

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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.