Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paul Dunbar Lawrence School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul Dunbar Lawrence School serves a centrally located attendance area in Phoenix, AZ, covering approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School's student population of 125 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Dunbar Lawrence School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1297 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Dunbar Lawrence School's ranking?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School is ranked #1297 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Paul Dunbar Lawrence School often compared to?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield School, Lowell Elementary School, Thomas A Edison School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Paul Dunbar Lawrence School?
125 students attend Paul Dunbar Lawrence School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Paul Dunbar Lawrence School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Dunbar Lawrence School?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul Dunbar Lawrence School offer ?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Dunbar Lawrence School part of?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
In what neighborhood is Paul Dunbar Lawrence School located?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School is located in the Central City South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Central City South.
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