Deering School

About Deering School

Deering School is a private, independent day school located in Portland, Maine. Founded in 1883, Deering School is a co-educational college preparatory school serving students in grades 6 through 12. The school is committed to providing a rigorous academic program while also emphasizing the importance of character development and personal growth. Deering School has a long history of excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts.
At Deering School, students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop their talents. The school offers a variety of courses in the humanities, sciences, and the arts. In addition, Deering School has a strong athletic program with teams in soccer, lacrosse, basketball, and more.
Deering School also prides itself on its strong sense of community. The school has a variety of clubs and activities that allow students to explore their interests and build relationships with their peers. The school also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including arts festivals, outdoor adventures, and service projects.
Deering School is a place where students can grow and learn in a supportive environment. The school is committed to helping each student reach their full potential and to prepare them for success in college and beyond.

Address:	36 Main St Deering, AK 99736
Phone:	(907) 363-2121
Site:	www.nwarctic.org/Domain/10
Grades:	PreK – 12
Enrollment:	53 students

Overview Deering School

Deering School serves 53 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Deering School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1.

Verdict on Deering School

Deering School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Deering School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.