Deep Creek Elementary School

Posted: August 5, 2025

We've had a wonderful experience at Deep Creek Elementary School so far. My daughter just finished Kindergarten and I can't say enough good things about her teacher and teaching assistant. They were absolutely incredible. They created fun, engaging learning activities that helped the kids grow both academically and socially. We had great communication all year and parents always knew what was going on with their child.

From day one, the entire staff has been so kind and welcoming. The school truly goes out of their way to get parents involved and even honors military families. I always felt like my child was genuinely cared for and supported. We're so grateful to be part of such a special school!

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Posted: June 17, 2025

The teachers and staff were amazing with my ADHD/ ODD diagnosed child who has historically struggled in other schools. Would highly recommend this school to anyone. Issues were dealt with in fair, empathetic and meaning manor.

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Posted: June 2, 2024

The school refuses to do anything about bullied. A 5th grader threatened to kill my 3rd grader and the school said to prove it even though 4 other kids saw what happened. Assistant principle refuses to do anything when my child gets hurt from other kids and says kids will be kids. Teachers in 2nd,3rd and 4th wont let children use school supplies that we buy for the class as well as limit bathroom breaks to the point that kids have accidents.

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Posted: August 16, 2023

Both my kids attend here and we had such a good experience this past year. Looking forward to more great experiences in September.0

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Posted: August 16, 2023

My children attended Pre-K, Kinder, 1st & 2nd grade from 2020-2023 and it was a wonderful experience! The teachers communicated well, homework was not excessive and the overall school environment was productive, safe & friendly. I could tell immediately that my children were learning so much by their vocabulary and discussions of different topics. Lots of spirit days and birthday recognition on the announcements. Another plus was the once a month meetings for military children and their recognition during the Month of the Military child. Great supporters for our military children and all children in general! Great school!

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Posted: August 16, 2023

The school tried. It just wasn't a good fit for our child's needs. He still talks about his wonderful teacher and what he learned. The principal, assistant principal, and office staff were amazing amd definitely missed after we left. Mr Miller at the front desk just brightens everyone's day. My main issue was with the school social worker on our IEP committee as she completely misquoted us during the IEP meeting and didn't seem to even know the differences between parenting styles we had explained to her. I also didn't like recess being the first thing taken away for consequences but it sounds like that is standard. Overall, a good experience though. I'd give it another chance if it was an option.

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Posted: January 13, 2020

This school has been great so far. My son has been going here for 2 years now. We haven’t had any issues and he loves going to school every day which makes me happy. He has learned a lot and giving the right amount of homework to where it has helped him a lot and doesn’t overwhelm him. He sure has grown a lot since attending this school.

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Posted: August 23, 2019

I do feel this school effectively supports students with learning differences because my child works in small groups during reading and math blocks. Also there something called "powered up" groups in the morning for students that need a little extra help.

Posted: August 23, 2019

The principal and assistant principal seem to enjoy working with students, parents, and the community. I like how they incorporate kindness and compassion in their leadership style.

Posted: August 23, 2019

My child hasn't had any experiences with bullying at Deep Creek Elementary, so it is hard to comment about it here. I guess that speaks for itself. I do recall a "no bullying" poster in the hallway.

Posted: August 23, 2019

Absolutely!!! My child has gained a lot of confidence since moving to this school. I could not ask for better. Love the emphasis on citizenship, particularly at the beginning of the school year.

Posted: August 23, 2019

The homework amount each night is fair. About 20-40 minutes depending on the day. No homework on the weekends, the teacher asks the students to read for enjoyment Friday night through Sunday.

Posted: August 23, 2019

My child's teacher is good at motivating students and keeping them engaged. Even when the material can be challenging.

Posted: August 23, 2019

I have fallen in love with this school and my child's teacher. I took forward to the next school year. Believe it or not, but my child is looking forward to next school year!!!! Go Baby Hornets, Go!!!

Posted: August 26, 2018

Not too much, not too little homework is assigned.

Posted: August 26, 2018

Teachers are caring and knowledgeable at the school.

Posted: August 26, 2018

Students learn many important life skills here.

Posted: August 26, 2018

Leadership is strong at the school. They seem to work well together.

Posted: August 26, 2018

Power up is used to help struggling students.

Posted: August 26, 2018

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Deep creek elementary is made up of a wonderful community of students and staff.

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This is a great school. Staff members are involved.

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Posted: November 11, 2017

I`ve never seen a principal who goes beyond his job like Dr. Brown. My son`s teachers are very compassionate, amazing and just wonderful teachers. I think every teacher are different but for the past 2 years, my son is been lucky to have teachers who really cares for their students.

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I have always had a positive experience at Deep Creek Elementary.

Posted: June 14, 2017

Posted: June 14, 2017

Do not go to this school. If you can afford it, move to private or move to a different school district

Posted: June 14, 2017

My daughter had hours and hours of homework to do every single night. While we are not against our child doing some homework, your child should never have to do more than 1 hours worth, especially since we were in the 1st grade. It's outrageous how much these sweet babies have to do. Every night it was about 2-3 hours worth.

Posted: June 14, 2017

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Again, could not care less about the kids, only care about test scores and money from military kids.

Posted: June 8, 2016

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Posted: June 8, 2016

My fifth grader has had a horrible time at DCE. He has reported instances of favoritism. Other students get preferential treatment, especially girls. Do we really need to teach children in elementary school that life isn't fair? He's tried to talk to his teacher about problems with other children and he's ignored. He's tried to talk to the school counselor about the issues with his teacher and nothing is done. When his behavior is the problem, I get a phone call and a conference, but if he's having difficulties with another student and is sent to the principal's office, I am not contacted. I had to hear about it from the other child's mother. The teacher does not respond to emails, even though the office staff urges you to contact the teacher via email. Messages are ignored for days as well. We decided to ignore the low test scores because of the good reviews left by others. Don't make the same mistake. We are moving out of Deep Creek for this very reason. Oh, and my son barely passed his SOLs. The practice packets he was given, had so much information I never saw in his homework. He was clueless, had so much anxiety, and could not sleep.

Posted: October 20, 2014

This is a great school, my three children have been attending since 2004 and the teachers have been so wonderful. I think they know all the students individually. How they do that is amazing. I have no children left there now, but my grandchild is about to enroll. Thank you Deep Creek Staff and Teachers, they need more staff and teachers with compassion and care yet professional and disciplined at other schools.

Posted: June 17, 2014

I love Deep Creek Elementary!! The administration, the staff and the teachers are phenomenal! My son has been there for two years and all of experiences have been A+++. Anytime that we have an issue it is immediately addressed and solutions are put in place. When I walk through the door most everyone knows my name and greets me warmly. We so blessed to have this school help our child reach his full potential. Dr. Jones and her staff of administrators & teachers are a great group of people.!!

Posted: March 30, 2014

DCE is a great school. I've had two children there since 2007. We've found the teachers to be great and the administration responsive to any concerns. They have a rock climbing wall in the gym. Outdoor playground equipment could stand an upgrade though! Lunch is typical of any public school. Music program is fantastic. I've appreciated the way that teachers have gone out of their way to make sure my kids get what they need academically and they willingly alter the curriculum to meet both gifted and special needs. Love DCE....

Posted: July 13, 2013

The administrative team is wonderful. Dr. Brown (AP) appears to know every child and the children love him.

Posted: June 7, 2012

As in any school you will have some teachers you love and some you strongly dislike. But heaven forbid you try to make a complaint about a teacher at this school. You get the runaround until you finally give up or the response the teacher is always right! Rarely can you get an appointment with the principle. When I've talked to other parents with children at other local schools about the programs and events they offer, I find my child's school severely lacking. I also have to agree with the person who posted about the budget cuts here. We don't have a student of the month award ceremony or ice cream social like the other elementary schools in our district have. Your child just gets sent home with a certificate, that a few times were not even signed. I have seen the quality and quantity of food offered in the lunch room go down drastically over the past couple years. Even finding them running out of some food items before all the lunch periods have been served. And my child also has to wear a coat all day in the winter because it was too cold in the classroom.