Serving 861 students in grades 9-12, Dunbar High School 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 9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dunbar High School's student population of 861 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunbar High School 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 High School is 0.48, 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
#8145 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
64%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar High School's ranking?
Dunbar High School is ranked #8145 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dunbar High School often compared to?
Dunbar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dunbar High School?
The graduation rate of Dunbar High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dunbar High School?
861 students attend Dunbar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dunbar High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbar High School?
Dunbar High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunbar High School offer ?
Dunbar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dunbar High School part of?
Dunbar High School is part of Fort Worth ISD School District.
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