For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 761 students in De Witt, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in De Witt, AR are Dewitt Elementary School and Dewitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Witt, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in De Witt have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in De Witt, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dewitt Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 S Grandview Dr
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-4651
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-4651
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1209 W 16th St
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
De Witt, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 N Jackson Street
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Gr: 5-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in De Witt, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in De Witt, AR include Dewitt Elementary School and Dewitt Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in De Witt?
2 public elementary schools are located in De Witt.
What is the racial composition of students in De Witt?
De Witt public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in De Witt are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in De Witt include: Dewitt Middle School vs. Dewitt Elementary School
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