Deer Creek Elementary School

We loved the school under Debbie Straughn's leadership. She was the best principal we ever had. We miss her!!!!!!
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers, staff and parents all work together to make it the best learning environment possible for the kids. There is even an 'outdoor classroom' where the kids learn about nature!!
--Submitted by a parent

I love the LOVE & LOGIC programs this Elementary has.... BOTH my kids went through this school, and have a lot more knowledge about a strong foundation of morals and ethics.
--Submitted by a parent

Debbie Straughn and her staff our exemplary. We appreciation the dedication by the educators teaching our children.
--Submitted by a parent

This is a school for parents looking for strong academics in a positive envirnment and fleeing from the 'progressive' 80's style education. I feel the time spent 'teaching to the test' was low because the curriculum is good. The Great Expectations program is phenomenal! My children thrived here! If you want a 'child centered', 'self esteem' focused education try out Deer Creek's Rose Union Elementary.
--Submitted by a parent

I do not have any other school to compare DCES with other than a small private school. According to API scores the school is great. They teach to scores not at all a school for developmentally appropriate studies for elementary aged children.
--Submitted by a parent

I love our school. I am a teacher at Deer Creek Elementary and this is the best staff I have had the opportunity to work with. Everyone is positive and gets along great. Our principal Straughn does a great job at hiring staff. We love her.
--Submitted by a teacher

This is our first year at Deer Creek and we are pleased. I would like to see more extracurricular activities for students under the fifth grade.
--Submitted by a parent

Principal Toni Jones is amazing. She puts the children's education 1st. Her consistent & honest communication with everyone means no game playing. Her superb leadership raises test scores in every school she's at. We love her, our children love her. Thanks for a great school and our children's stellar education.
--Submitted by a parent

Deer Creek Elementary is a Great Expecation Model School. It is also a Blue Ribbon school recognized as a school of excellence. The staff is outstanding. Principal Straughn has hired exceptional people. I like how she is always available.
--Submitted by a parent