Serving 376 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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- 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
Top Rankings
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. 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
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
60%
17%
White
16%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
376 students attend Paul L Dunbar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Paul L Dunbar Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 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 16:1, which is lower than 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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