Very Good
#1217 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 26% in state
Dewitt Middle School
Middle School · ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
560 WARREN RD, Ithaca, NY 14850
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,217 of 4,742
In Ithaca
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Dewitt Middle School
Dewitt Middle School is a public middle school in Ithaca, NY, part of ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dewitt Middle School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dewitt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,217 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dewitt Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Dewitt Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dewitt Middle School — Students at Dewitt Middle School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Dewitt Middle School Compares
See how Dewitt Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
560 WARREN RD, Ithaca, NY 14850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dewitt Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Lansing), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ithaca, see our Ithaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.4 mi | — |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 5.1 mi | — |
| ITHACA WALDORF SCHOOL Ithaca | 6.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lansing | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 5.8 mi | 8.3 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| COVENANT LOVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Freeville | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| NAMASTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,689
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
66,495
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
28.7
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| BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 7.5 |
| CREO COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.5 |
| JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx, NY | 7.5 |
| ONE WORLD MIDDLE SCHOOL AT EDENWALD Bronx, NY | 7.5 |
| PLEASANTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pleasantville, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dewitt Middle School
What grades does Dewitt Middle School serve?
Dewitt Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dewitt Middle School?
Dewitt Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dewitt Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dewitt Middle School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dewitt Middle School rank in NY?
Dewitt Middle School ranks #1,217 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dewitt Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dewitt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dewitt Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dewitt Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dewitt Middle School a charter school?
No, Dewitt Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dewitt Middle School a Title I school?
No, Dewitt Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tompkins County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (607) 257-3222
Resources & Links
District
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,103
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,477
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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