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Deep River Elementary

4000 Deep River Rd, Sanford, NC 27330, United States

+1 (919) 776-2722

http://www.lee.k12.nc.us/deep%20river.pdf

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Deep River Elementary Overview

About This School

Deep River Elementary is a public elementary in Sanford, North Carolina, serving 557 students in grades K-5. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 34 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $49,035, and the school provides one counselor for every 557 students. Students are composed of 55% male and 45% female. The demographic breakdown includes 48% Hispanic, 29% White, 15% Black, 7% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

557

Total Students

K-5

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

34 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Lee County

Students per Counselor

557:1

Deep River Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.1:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

557

Students per Counselor

Deep River Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$49,035

City Avg: $48,356

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor557:1

Deep River Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

55.3%

Male

44.7%

Female

Total Enrollment: 557 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White28.55%

Hispanic47.94%

Asian0.9%

Black15.44%

Two or More Races6.82%

Native American0.36%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deep River Elementary

Q: What is Deep River Elementary?

A: Deep River Elementary is a elementary public located in Sanford.

Q: How many students attend Deep River Elementary?

A: Deep River Elementary has approximately 557 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Deep River Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Deep River Elementary is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Deep River Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Deep River Elementary - Sanford, NC

Quick Facts about Deep River Elementary
School Name	Deep River Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	4000 Deep River Rd, Sanford, NC 27330, Sanford, NC
County	Lee County
Phone	+1 (919) 776-2722
Total Students	557
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	34
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Deep River Elementary

What is Deep River Elementary?

Deep River Elementary is a elementary public located in Sanford.

How many students attend Deep River Elementary?

Deep River Elementary has approximately 557 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deep River Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Deep River Elementary is 16:1.

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