Serving 558 students in grades 4-5, Dunbar Middle 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunbar Middle serves the southwest part of Dickinson, TX, covering an area of approximately 40.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of around 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbar Middle School's student population of 558 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunbar Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Middle School is 0.61, 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
#6184 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
15%
13%
White
24%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Middle School's ranking?
Dunbar Middle School is ranked #6184 out of 8,096 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Middle School?
558 students attend Dunbar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dunbar Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar Middle School?
Dunbar Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunbar Middle School offer ?
Dunbar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Dunbar Middle School part of?
Dunbar Middle School is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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