School Overview
Dunkirk Senior High School, located at 75 W 6th St in Dunkirk, New York, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Dunkirk City School District. Situated along the shores of Lake Erie, the school plays a central role in the local community, providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes student development, civic responsibility, and academic achievement within the Chautauqua County region.

As part of the Dunkirk City School District, the high school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services aimed at enriching the student experience. The administration and faculty focus on maintaining educational standards that align with New York State requirements while addressing the unique needs of their diverse student body. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or school initiatives, the district’s official website at [www.dunkirkcsd.org](http://www.dunkirkcsd.org) serves as the primary hub for communication and resources.
882
Total Students
90.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White296
Hispanic514
Black28
Asian1
Two or More41
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    514 (58.3%)
  • White
    296 (33.6%)
  • Two or More
    41 (4.6%)
  • Black
    28 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: DUNKIRK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (716)366-9300
Website: http://www.dunkirkcsd.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 882
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 90.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 631
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 7 148
Grade 8 147
Grade 9 128
Grade 10 176
Grade 11 137
Grade 12 125
Ungraded 21

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 7148
Grade 8147
Grade 9128
Grade 10176
Grade 11137
Grade 12125
Ungraded21
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female44850.8%
Male43449.2%