DeWitt High School is a comprehensive public high school located in DeWitt, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 9 through 12. DeWitt is one of two public high schools in Arkansas County, Arkansas and the sole high school administered by the DeWitt School District.
Serving 350 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science 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 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Dewitt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
15%
19%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt High School's ranking?
Dewitt High School is ranked #476 out of 989 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 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 88%.
How many students attend Dewitt High School?
350 students attend Dewitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dewitt High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dewitt High School?
Dewitt High School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dewitt High School part of?
Dewitt High School is part of DeWitt School District.
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