Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Dewitt High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Dewitt High School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dewitt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
13%
20%
White
81%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt High School's ranking?
Dewitt High School is ranked #393 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dewitt High School often compared to?
Dewitt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stuttgart High School, Dewitt Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dewitt High School?
The graduation rate of Dewitt High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dewitt High School?
359 students attend Dewitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dewitt High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewitt High School?
Dewitt High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dewitt High School offer ?
Dewitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewitt High School part of?
Dewitt High School is part of DeWitt School District.
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