Serving 623 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dunbar Twp Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbar Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dunbar Twp Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunbar Twp Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Twp Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1525 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbar Twp Elementary School is ranked #1525 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dunbar Twp Elementary School often compared to?
Dunbar Twp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Twp Elementary School?
623 students attend Dunbar Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dunbar Twp Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbar Twp Elementary School?
Dunbar Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunbar Twp Elementary School offer ?
Dunbar Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunbar Twp Elementary School part of?
Dunbar Twp Elementary School is part of Connellsville Area School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
Dunbar Township is a great school. My child is very happy there. She does very well and is in the local Math Bowl every year. I am very proud of her constant academic achievements.
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