Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunbar Elementary serves the southwest part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most homes within the attendance zone, which extends about 0.9 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 206 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 11-year historical data
School Rankings
Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1489 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
96%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
1%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #1489 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dunbar Elementary School often compared to?
Dunbar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Elementary School?
206 students attend Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dunbar Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Dunbar Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Dunbar Elementary School located?
Dunbar Elementary School is located in the Orange Mound neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Orange Mound.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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