Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dunbar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Dunbar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
East St Louis School District 189
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbar Elementary School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Elementary School?
362 students attend Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dunbar Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar Elementary School?
Dunbar Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunbar Elementary School offer ?
Dunbar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Dunbar Elementary School part of?
Dunbar Elementary School is part of East St Louis School District 189.
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