Central DeWitt Middle School

425 E. 11th St.
DeWitt, IA 52742
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
8/
10
Top 30%
Central DeWitt Middle School serves 247 students in grades 7-8.
Central DeWitt Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30% in IA
  • Math Proficiency
    : 76% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 76% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central DeWitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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School Overview

Central DeWitt Middle School's student population of 247 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings

Central DeWitt Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Central DeWitt Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
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State Level (IA)
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
64%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
4%
12%
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Black
2%
7%
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White
91%
74%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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Diversity Score
0.17
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central DeWitt Middle School's ranking?
Central DeWitt Middle School is ranked #288 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Central DeWitt Middle School?
247 students attend Central DeWitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central DeWitt Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central DeWitt Middle School?
Central DeWitt Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central DeWitt Middle School offer ?
Central DeWitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central DeWitt Middle School part of?
Central DeWitt Middle School is part of Central DeWitt School District.

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 76% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 76% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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