Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Dunbar Magnet Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbar Magnet Middle School's student population of 320 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunbar Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Magnet Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
79%
19%
White
6%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Dunbar Magnet Middle School is ranked #959 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dunbar Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Dunbar Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mann Magnet Middle School, Lisa Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Magnet Middle School?
320 students attend Dunbar Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dunbar Magnet Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbar Magnet Middle School?
Dunbar Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunbar Magnet Middle School offer ?
Dunbar Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunbar Magnet Middle School part of?
Dunbar Magnet Middle School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Dunbar Magnet Middle School located?
Dunbar Magnet Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown.
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