PAUL L DUNBAR LEARNING CENTER
608 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Paul L. Dunbar Learning Center, located in the Fair Park area of Dallas, Texas, is an elementary school within the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD). The school is named in honor of Paul Laurence Dunbar, a prominent African American poet, novelist, and playwright, reflecting the institution's commitment to cultural heritage and academic excellence. Serving a diverse student population, the learning center focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond by emphasizing foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth and character development. As part of the Dallas ISD network, the campus benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives aimed at closing achievement gaps and enhancing student engagement through technology and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a focus on personalized learning and community involvement, Paul L. Dunbar Learning Center strives to be a cornerstone of academic achievement for the families it serves in the 75210 zip code.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth and character development. As part of the Dallas ISD network, the campus benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives aimed at closing achievement gaps and enhancing student engagement through technology and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a focus on personalized learning and community involvement, Paul L. Dunbar Learning Center strives to be a cornerstone of academic achievement for the families it serves in the 75210 zip code.
608
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 204 |
| Black | 367 |
| Two or More | 25 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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Black367 (60.4%)
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Hispanic204 (33.6%)
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Two or More25 (4.1%)
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White8 (1.3%)
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American Indian4 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | DALLAS ISD |
| Phone: | (972)794-6600 |
| Website: | http://www.dallasisd.org/dunbar |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 608 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 598 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
79
Kindergarten
85
Grade 1
97
Grade 2
86
Grade 3
100
Grade 4
88
Grade 5
73
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 79 |
| Kindergarten | 85 |
| Grade 1 | 97 |
| Grade 2 | 86 |
| Grade 3 | 100 |
| Grade 4 | 88 |
| Grade 5 | 73 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 309 | 50.8% |
| Male | 299 | 49.2% |
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