DeWitt High School

dhs.dewittschools.net/

944 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

DeWitt High School, located in DeWitt, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the DeWitt Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education opportunities, and robust elective programs. The school is widely recognized for its high graduation rates and its emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, DeWitt High School is well-regarded for its vibrant school culture and "Panther Pride." The school maintains a highly active extracurricular scene, featuring competitive athletic programs, award-winning fine arts departments, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. The campus, situated on Panther Drive, serves as a central hub for the community, fostering an environment that encourages student involvement, character development, and a strong sense of school spirit.

944

Total Students

51.1

Full-Time Teachers

18.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

11.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DeWitt High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	790
Hispanic	88
Black	11
Asian	10
Two or More	39
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	2

White
790 (83.7%)
Hispanic
88 (9.3%)
Two or More
39 (4.1%)
Black
11 (1.2%)
Asian
10 (1.1%)
American Indian
4 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	DeWitt Public Schools
Phone:	(517)668-3100
Website:	http://dhs.dewittschools.net/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	944
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	102
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	8

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 229

Grade 10 226

Grade 11 263

Grade 12 226