Deerfield Elementary

deerfield.iusd.org

615 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Deerfield Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the heart of Irvine, California, and is part of the esteemed Irvine Unified School District (IUSD). Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, the school serves a diverse community of learners from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade. Its location in the Deerfield neighborhood makes it a central hub for local families, fostering a close-knit atmosphere that emphasizes collaboration between educators, parents, and students.

The school is recognized for providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous core academics with enrichment opportunities. Beyond the standard curriculum, Deerfield Elementary focuses on cultivating social-emotional growth, character development, and inclusive practices to ensure every student feels supported. With its dedication to high standards and the extensive resources provided by the Irvine Unified School District, Deerfield maintains a reputation for preparing students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

615

Total Students

21.0

Full-Time Teachers

29.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

20.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Deerfield Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	109
Hispanic	96
Black	16
Asian	339
Two or More	53
American Indian	2

Asian
339 (55.1%)
White
109 (17.7%)
Hispanic
96 (15.6%)
Two or More
53 (8.6%)
Black
16 (2.6%)
American Indian
2 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Irvine Unified
Phone:	(949)936-5650
Website:	http://deerfield.iusd.org
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	615
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	29.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	124
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 73

Grade 1 54

Grade 2 81

Grade 3 71

Grade 4 114

Grade 5 96

Grade 6 126

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Deerfield Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	73
Grade 1	54
Grade 2	81
Grade 3	71
Grade 4	114
Grade 5	96
Grade 6	126

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Deerfield Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	303	49.3%
Male	312	50.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)