Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
94%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School?
306 students attend Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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