Serving 944 students in grades 9-12, Dewitt High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dewitt, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.8 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dewitt High School's student population of 944 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
944 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Dewitt High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt High School's ranking?
Dewitt High School is ranked #453 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dewitt High School often compared to?
Dewitt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Johns High School, Bath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dewitt High School?
The graduation rate of Dewitt High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Dewitt High School?
944 students attend Dewitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Dewitt High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dewitt High School?
Dewitt High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dewitt High School offer ?
Dewitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewitt High School part of?
Dewitt High School is part of DeWitt School District.
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