Serving 575 students in grades 3-6, Dunkirk Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunkirk Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dunkirk, NY, encompassing approximately 14.4 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the farthest edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunkirk Intermediate School's student population of 575 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for all... whatever it takes!
School Rankings
Dunkirk Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunkirk Intermediate School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3561 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
Showing 2006–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunkirk Intermediate School's ranking?
Dunkirk Intermediate School is ranked #3561 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dunkirk Intermediate School?
575 students attend Dunkirk Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dunkirk Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunkirk Intermediate School?
Dunkirk Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dunkirk Intermediate School offer ?
Dunkirk Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunkirk Intermediate School part of?
Dunkirk Intermediate School is part of Dunkirk City School District.
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