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MS 301 Paul L Dunbar
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
890 CAULDWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,258 of 4,742
In Bronx
#381 of 452
public schools
In district
#44 of 51
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8
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About MS 301 Paul L Dunbar
MS 301 Paul L Dunbar is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8. MS 301 Paul L Dunbar serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MS 301 Paul L Dunbar has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,258 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for MS 301 Paul L Dunbar show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, MS 301 Paul L Dunbar is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at MS 301 Paul L Dunbar sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7:1 students to teachers, MS 301 Paul L Dunbar sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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MS 301 Paul L Dunbar — Students at MS 301 Paul L Dunbar score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How MS 301 Paul L Dunbar Compares
See how MS 301 Paul L Dunbar performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
890 CAULDWELL AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering MS 301 Paul L Dunbar may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH BRONX ACADEMY FOR APPLIED MEDIA (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY OF PUBLIC RELATIONS (rated 5.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH BRONX EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY V MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx, NY | 4.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.0 |
| IS 347 SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Brooklyn, NY | 4.0 |
| MOTT HALL IV Brooklyn, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MS 301 Paul L Dunbar
What grades does MS 301 Paul L Dunbar serve?
MS 301 Paul L Dunbar serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend MS 301 Paul L Dunbar?
MS 301 Paul L Dunbar has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at MS 301 Paul L Dunbar?
The student-teacher ratio at MS 301 Paul L Dunbar is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does MS 301 Paul L Dunbar rank in NY?
MS 301 Paul L Dunbar ranks #4,258 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is MS 301 Paul L Dunbar's MySchoolScout rating?
MS 301 Paul L Dunbar has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at MS 301 Paul L Dunbar?
Based on loaded state assessment records, MS 301 Paul L Dunbar has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is MS 301 Paul L Dunbar a charter school?
No, MS 301 Paul L Dunbar is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is MS 301 Paul L Dunbar a Title I school?
No, MS 301 Paul L Dunbar is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for MS 301 Paul L Dunbar?
97.6% of students at MS 301 Paul L Dunbar qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.9%
- Phone
- (718) 585-2950
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 8- District Enrollment
- 24,000
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #44 of 51
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