Deer Creek School serves 183 students in grades Kindergarten-12, is a member of the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of Deer Creek School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MS School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,300
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Deer Creek School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
183 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Tradition of Excellence
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Josie Azlin, Most Intellectual -
- Bo Ray, Most Likely to Succeed -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Deer Creek School cost?
Deer Creek School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What schools are Deer Creek School often compared to?
Deer Creek School is often viewed alongside schools like Greenville Christian School, Washington School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Deer Creek School?
Deer Creek School famous alumni include: Josie Azlin, Most Intellectual and Bo Ray, Most Likely to Succeed.
What sports does Deer Creek School offer?
Deer Creek School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Softball, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is Deer Creek School's ranking?
Deer Creek School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Most AP courses offered and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Deer Creek School?
The application deadline for Deer Creek School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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