Summary:
Dewitt School District in Arkansas has only one elementary school, Dewitt Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The school's academic performance has generally been below the state averages, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science lagging behind the state. Over the past few years, Dewitt Elementary's statewide ranking has declined, dropping from 136 out of 492 schools in 2022-2023 to 293 out of 495 schools in 2024-2025.
Dewitt Elementary School faces some socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students (67.43% in 2023-2024) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's per-student spending is slightly above the state average, but its academic performance suggests that the resources may not be effectively utilized to support student learning. While the school's student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is slightly lower than the state average, the overall Dewitt School District is ranked 112 out of 250 districts in Arkansas, with a 3-star rating out of 5.
Despite the challenges faced by Dewitt Elementary School, it is important to note that the school's performance is not necessarily indicative of the entire district or the broader community. The school may have unique strengths or challenges that set it apart from the district as a whole. Further analysis and targeted interventions may be necessary to help the school improve its academic performance and better support its students.
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