For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,129 students in Dewitt, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Dewitt, MI are David Scott Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School and Dewitt High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dewitt, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Dewitt have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dewitt, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
David Scott Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
804 Wilson St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3400
Grades: 2-3
| 456 students
Rank: #22.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2957 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 736 students
Rank: #33.
Dewitt High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13601 Panther Dr
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3100
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 962 students
Rank: #44.
Herbison Woods Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3147 W Herbison Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3300
Grades: 4-5
| 479 students
Rank: n/an/a
1721 Schavey Rd
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3500
Grades: PK-1
| 496 students
Dewitt, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 West Washington St
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Dewitt, MI 48820
(517) 668-3460
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dewitt, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Dewitt, MI include David Scott Elementary School, Dewitt Middle School and Dewitt High School.
How many public schools are located in Dewitt?
5 public schools are located in Dewitt.
What is the racial composition of students in Dewitt?
Dewitt public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Dewitt are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dewitt include: Herbison Woods Elementary School vs. Dewitt Middle School, Herbison Woods Elementary School vs. Dewitt High School
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