Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center's student population of 330 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Tigers
School Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center is 0.52, which is less 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
#2852 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
49%
37%
Black
49%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center's ranking?
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center is ranked #2852 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center often compared to?
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School, Eneida M. Hartner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center?
330 students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center students are Hispanic, 49% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center?
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center offer ?
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center part of?
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center located?
Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center is located in the Overtown neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Overtown.
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