Summary:
DeWitt Public Schools is a highly-rated, unified school district in DeWitt, Michigan, serving approximately 3,109 students across five schools (three elementary, one middle, and one high school) with a unique grade-band configuration that spans Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. The district holds a 5-star rating and ranks in the top 5% of all Michigan districts, making it a standout choice for families in the area.
The district’s academic strength is most evident at the secondary level. DeWitt High School is the flagship, earning a 5-star rating and ranking 34th in the state (96th percentile). Its students post remarkable proficiency rates, including 80.7% in SAT Reading/Writing and 77.4% in Social Studies—both far exceeding state averages. DeWitt Middle School also shines with a 5-star rating, showing strong results in 7th-grade ELA (67.6%) and 8th-grade PSAT ELA (85.1%). Among the elementary schools, David Scott Elementary School (grades 2-3) posts the highest math proficiency in the district at 67.8% for 3rd grade, while Herbison Woods Elementary School (grades 4-5) is solid but slightly behind, holding a 4-star rating. Schavey Road Elementary School (PK-1) has no test data but serves the district’s highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students.
Families should note a few key patterns. Math proficiency dips notably from 67.8% in 3rd grade to 48.5% by 5th grade, and ELA drops sharply in 6th grade (46.3%) before rebounding in 7th grade—likely reflecting the middle school transition. However, the district’s overall outcomes are exceptional: a 97.3% graduation rate, chronic absenteeism at less than half the state rate, and consistent high school performance year-over-year. With moderate per-student spending ($12,863-$14,707), DeWitt delivers elite results efficiently, creating a seamless pathway from early elementary through high school.
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