Dubuque Comm School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 2300 Chaney Road in Dubuque, Iowa, the Dubuque Community School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant small-city community. Comprising 19 operational schools, this non-charter district offers a complete educational pathway for more than 10,200 students, spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district caters to every stage of student development, supporting over 700 early childhood learners in pre-kindergarten and guiding nearly 900 high school seniors toward graduation, creating a rich learning environment across the greater Dubuque area.

To support its student body, the district maintains a substantial workforce of over 3,400 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes approximately 1,574 full-time equivalent teachers and over 320 instructional aides, alongside more than 1,510 dedicated support staff members who oversee student services, administrative functions, and facility operations. This strong professional ratio ensures that students receive personalized attention and comprehensive support throughout their academic journeys. Families, students, and researchers interested in exploring the district further can visit their official portal at www.dbqschools.org or contact the central office directly at (563) 552-3000.
19
Total Schools
10,262
Total Students
1,574.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dubuque Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White7,528
Hispanic561
Black975
Asian128
Two or More686
American Indian13
Pacific Islander356
  • White
    7,528 (73.5%)
  • Black
    975 (9.5%)
  • Two or More
    686 (6.7%)
  • Hispanic
    561 (5.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    356 (3.5%)
  • Asian
    128 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    13 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Dubuque Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary12
Middle3
High3
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:19
Students:10,262*
Teachers (FTE):1,574.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.5
Schools in Dubuque Comm School District
Found 20 Schools