CENTRAL DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL

Central DeWitt High School is a public high school that is part of the Central DeWitt School District school district, located in De Witt, IA with about 515 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, Central DeWitt High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Central DeWitt High School, located in De Witt, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Central DeWitt Community School District. Committed to academic excellence and student development, the high school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education, military service, or the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to engage in a wide array of core subjects while also exploring elective pathways that align with their personal interests and career goals.

Beyond the classroom, Central DeWitt High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that is central to its community identity. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of athletics, fine arts programs, and student organizations, which serve to foster teamwork, leadership, and school spirit. By balancing rigorous academic standards with robust community involvement, the high school strives to graduate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to their future communities.

For more information, contact Central DeWitt High School at (563) 659-0715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

519 E. 11th St.
De Witt, IA 52742
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CENTRAL DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in De Witt, IA with about 515 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
515
Teachers:
37.98
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 515 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CENTRAL DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.4%
Hispanic/Latino
5.4%
Black or African American
3.9%
Two or more races
2.7%
Asian
0.6%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.