Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Dewitt Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: DeWitt Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in De Witt, AR, encompassing approximately 918.5 square miles. Typical drive times range from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 17.4 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 28.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dewitt Middle School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dewitt Middle 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 Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt Middle School's ranking?
Dewitt Middle School is ranked #301 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dewitt Middle School often compared to?
Dewitt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewitt High School, Dewitt Elementary School, Stuttgart Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dewitt Middle School?
271 students attend Dewitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dewitt Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dewitt Middle School?
Dewitt Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dewitt Middle School offer ?
Dewitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dewitt Middle School part of?
Dewitt Middle School is part of DeWitt School District.
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