Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paul Laurence Dunbar School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul Laurence Dunbar School's student population of 358 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Laurence Dunbar School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#885 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
39%
13%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Laurence Dunbar School's ranking?
Paul Laurence Dunbar School is ranked #885 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Paul Laurence Dunbar School often compared to?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar School?
358 students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Paul Laurence Dunbar School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Laurence Dunbar School?
Paul Laurence Dunbar School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paul Laurence Dunbar School offer ?
Paul Laurence Dunbar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Laurence Dunbar School part of?
Paul Laurence Dunbar School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul Laurence Dunbar School located?
Paul Laurence Dunbar School is located in the East End neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in East End.
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