DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY

dw.district196.org/

528 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Deerwood Elementary is a public school located in Eagan, Minnesota, and is a member of the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District (District 196). Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive foundational education that emphasizes academic achievement, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. As part of a highly regarded school district, Deerwood benefits from robust resources and a curriculum designed to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school.

The school is known for fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the wider Eagan community. By prioritizing student engagement and inclusive teaching practices, Deerwood Elementary strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build strong character. Parents and community members can learn more about the school’s specific programs, district policies, and academic calendars by visiting their official website at http://www.district196.org/.

528

Total Students

41.1

Full-Time Teachers

12.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

29.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY
Demographic	Student Count
White	293
Hispanic	78
Black	68
Asian	31
Two or More	55
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
293 (55.5%)
Hispanic
78 (14.8%)
Black
68 (12.9%)
Two or More
55 (10.4%)
Asian
31 (5.9%)
American Indian
2 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

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:	No
District:	ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
Phone:	(651)683-6801
Website:	http://dw.district196.org/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	528
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	125
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	30

* 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 71

Grade 1 80

Grade 2 84

Grade 3 93

Grade 4 99

Grade 5 101