Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunbar Elementary School serves the southeast part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2029 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #2029 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School?
279 students attend Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School located?
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School is located in the Mechanicsville neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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