Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunbar Elementary School serves the west part of East Saint Louis, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
99%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Elementary School?
327 students attend Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dunbar Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar Elementary School?
Dunbar Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Dunbar Elementary School is part of East St Louis SD 189 School District.
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