Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Dunbar College Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy's student population of 382 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7686 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is ranked #7686 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dunbar College Preparatory Academy?
382 students attend Dunbar College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dunbar College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbar College Preparatory Academy?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunbar College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy part of?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy located?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is located in the Dunbar Manhattan Heights neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Dunbar Manhattan Heights.
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