For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 249 students in Dunkirk, IN.
The top ranked public school in Dunkirk, IN is West Jay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dunkirk, IN public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Dunkirk have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Dunkirk, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Jay Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
140 Highland Ave
Dunkirk, IN 47336
(765) 768-6075
Dunkirk, IN 47336
(765) 768-6075
Grades: K-6
| 249 students
Dunkirk, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
140 Highland Ave
Dunkirk, IN 47336
(765) 768-7648
Dunkirk, IN 47336
(765) 768-7648
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dunkirk, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Dunkirk, IN include West Jay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dunkirk?
1 public schools are located in Dunkirk.
What is the racial composition of students in Dunkirk?
Dunkirk public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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