Serving 232 students in grades 3-5, Dunbar Intermediate Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunbar Intermediate Center serves the western part of Dunbar, WV, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging about 2.1 miles, and the furthest edge being 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbar Intermediate Center's student population of 232 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dunbar Intermediate Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Intermediate Center is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#461 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Intermediate Center's ranking?
Dunbar Intermediate Center is ranked #461 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Intermediate Center?
232 students attend Dunbar Intermediate Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dunbar Intermediate Center students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar Intermediate Center?
Dunbar Intermediate Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunbar Intermediate Center offer ?
Dunbar Intermediate Center offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunbar Intermediate Center part of?
Dunbar Intermediate Center is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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