Overview

Deer Park Elementary School is a magnet school in Newport News, VA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 30 elementary schools in Newport News City Public Schools.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Deer Park Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
10/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

11541 Jefferson Avenue
Newport News, VA 23601
School leader: Ms Mary Jo J Anastasio
(757) 591-7470
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