Serving 813 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dunn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunn Elementary School's student population of 813 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
813 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Dunn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunn Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
22%
Black
43%
24%
White
18%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunn Elementary School's ranking?
Dunn Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dunn Elementary School often compared to?
Dunn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillington-shawtown Elementary School, Anderson Creek Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dunn Elementary School?
813 students attend Dunn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dunn Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunn Elementary School?
Dunn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dunn Elementary School offer ?
Dunn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunn Elementary School part of?
Dunn Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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