Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dewitt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dewitt Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dewitt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewitt Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#272 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
13%
19%
White
78%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewitt Elementary School's ranking?
Dewitt Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dewitt Elementary School often compared to?
Dewitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewitt High School, Park Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dewitt Elementary School?
482 students attend Dewitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dewitt Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewitt Elementary School?
Dewitt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dewitt Elementary School offer ?
Dewitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dewitt Elementary School part of?
Dewitt Elementary School is part of DeWitt School District.
School Reviews
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