Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dunlap Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunlap Elementary serves the eastern part of Dunlap, CA, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 446.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 41.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunlap Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dunlap Elementary School's student population of 419 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be Ready. Be Dunlap.
School Rankings
Dunlap Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunlap Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3611 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
White
43%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunlap Elementary School's ranking?
Dunlap Elementary School is ranked #3611 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dunlap Elementary School often compared to?
Dunlap Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dunlap Elementary School?
419 students attend Dunlap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dunlap Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunlap Elementary School?
Dunlap Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dunlap Elementary School offer ?
Dunlap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dunlap Elementary School part of?
Dunlap Elementary School is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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