For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 279 students in 72042, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72042, AR is Dewitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72042 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72042, AR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72042, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dewitt Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1209 W 16th St
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
72042, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 N Jackson Street
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
De Witt, AR 72042
(870) 946-3708
Gr: 5-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72042, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72042, AR include Dewitt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72042?
1 public middle schools are located in 72042.
What is the racial composition of students in 72042?
72042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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