Serving 1,067 students in grades 9-12, Paul Laurence Dunbar High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School's student population of 1,067 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1009 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
85%
33%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Laurence Dunbar High School's ranking?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is ranked #1009 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Paul Laurence Dunbar High School often compared to?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore City College, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 81%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar High School?
1,067 students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Laurence Dunbar High School offer ?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Laurence Dunbar High School part of?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul Laurence Dunbar High School located?
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is located in the Dunbar Broadway neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunbar Broadway.
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