Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, Dewitt Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dewitt Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Dewitt, MI, encompassing approximately 18.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dewitt Middle School's student population of 754 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Dewitt Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt Middle School is 0.30, 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
#247 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
83%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt Middle School's ranking?
Dewitt Middle School is ranked #247 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dewitt Middle School often compared to?
Dewitt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbison Woods Elementary School, Dewitt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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).
How many students attend Dewitt Middle School?
754 students attend Dewitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dewitt Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dewitt Middle School?
Dewitt Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dewitt Middle School offer ?
Dewitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewitt Middle School part of?
Dewitt Middle School is part of DeWitt School District.
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