Serving 996 students in grades 6-8, Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School's student population of 996 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
996 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2059 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
32%
21%
White
25%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School's ranking?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School is ranked #2059 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School often compared to?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Lake Middle School, Fort Myers Middle Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School?
996 students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School offer ?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School part of?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Back to School for Students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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