Dunbar 6th Gr School serves 301 students in grades 6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 76% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 88%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)70%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)76%
88%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
70%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% TX state average).
How many students attend Dunbar 6th Gr School?
301 students attend Dunbar 6th Gr School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dunbar 6th Gr School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar 6th Gr School?
Dunbar 6th Gr School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunbar 6th Gr School offer ?
Dunbar 6th Gr School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Dunbar 6th Gr School part of?
Dunbar 6th Gr School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
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