School Overview
Jamesville-DeWitt High School (J-DHS), located in DeWitt, New York, is a highly regarded public secondary school known for its strong emphasis on academic rigor and student achievement. Serving the students of the Jamesville-Dewitt Central School District, the school consistently ranks among the top-performing institutions in the state. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, diverse elective options, and specialized programs designed to challenge students and prepare them for success in competitive higher education environments.

Beyond its academic reputation, Jamesville-DeWitt High School fosters a well-rounded student experience through a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic programs, an acclaimed fine and performing arts department, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. The school is characterized by a supportive community culture that encourages civic engagement, personal growth, and inclusivity. With its dedicated faculty and focus on developing critical thinking skills, the school maintains a long-standing tradition of preparing its graduates to become productive and successful members of the global community.
820
Total Students
70.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White574
Hispanic35
Black64
Asian83
Two or More58
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    574 (70.1%)
  • Asian
    83 (10.1%)
  • Black
    64 (7.8%)
  • Two or More
    58 (7.1%)
  • Hispanic
    35 (4.3%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
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: JAMESVILLE-DEWITT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (315)445-8340
Website: http://www.jamesvilledewitt.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 820
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 70.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 213
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 201
Grade 10 196
Grade 11 210
Grade 12 207
Ungraded 6

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9201
Grade 10196
Grade 11210
Grade 12207
Ungraded6
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38547%
Male43452.9%
Not Specified10.1%
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