For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 279 students in 72042, AR.
The top ranked public middle school in 72042, AR is Dewitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72042 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72042, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72042, AR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1209 W 16th St
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Grades: 6-8
| 279 students
72042, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 N Jackson Street
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Grades: 5-8
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 72042, AR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 72042, AR include Dewitt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72042?
1 public middle schools are located in 72042.
What is the racial composition of students in 72042?
72042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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