Serving 169 students in grades 6-8, Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar's student population of 169 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar is 0.50, 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
#2611 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
61%
29%
Black
37%
16%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar's ranking?
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar is ranked #2611 out of 4,093 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar?
169 students attend Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar?
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar offer ?
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar part of?
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar located?
Ms 301 Paul L Dunbar is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2016
I taught there for only a short time since I was preparing to retire and was placed as a necessary transfer from a previous assignment. The neighborhood was rather rough but the school had a very supportive and helpful administrative /faculty team. The low standard scores are a result of conditions the young people face at home making teachers face a very challenging student population and do try their best. I felt I had sufficient materials to teach so you can't blame that for an inadequacy. Since I left in 2006 there was a dramatic drop in staff and students. In all Dunbar has sufficient programs, teachers and facilities. The arts and extras I didn't know too much since I left rather early. I would consider this school for your child.
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