Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Dewitt Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dewitt Middle School's student population of 279 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dewitt Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt Middle 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
#250 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt Middle School's ranking?
Dewitt Middle School is ranked #250 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
279 students attend Dewitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dewitt Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewitt Middle School?
Dewitt Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dewitt Middle School offer ?
Dewitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewitt Middle School part of?
Dewitt Middle School is part of DeWitt School District.
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