Serving 230 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School's student population of 230 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1698 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
47%
Black
34%
6%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
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 #1698 out of 1,956 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 Thomas A Edison School, Garfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
230 students attend Paul Dunbar Lawrence School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Paul Dunbar Lawrence School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Dunbar Lawrence School?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
What school district is Paul Dunbar Lawrence School part of?
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256) School District.
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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