Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio 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% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Paul L. Dunbar Quality Education: A Community Commitment!
School Rankings
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2388 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
8%
Black
56%
17%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #2388 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Paul L Dunbar Elementary School often compared to?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Royalton Middle School, Oxford Elementary School, Luis Munoz Marin 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 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Paul L Dunbar Elementary School?
384 students attend Paul L Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Paul L Dunbar Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul L Dunbar Elementary School?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul L Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School located?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is located in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Ohio City.
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