Very Good
#888 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 26% in state
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School
Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal
2159 West 29th, Cleveland, OH 44113
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#888 of 3,441
In Cleveland
#6 of 152
public schools
In district
#3 of 93
Cleveland Municipal
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Paul L Dunbar Elementary School
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Paul L Dunbar Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Paul L Dunbar Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #888 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Paul L Dunbar Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 4.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Paul L Dunbar Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Paul L Dunbar Elementary School — Students at Paul L Dunbar Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Compares
See how Paul L Dunbar Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2159 West 29th, Cleveland, OH 44113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul L Dunbar Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,140
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,374/mo
Population
19,619
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
25.5%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
32.2
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| BISHOP LEIBOLD SCHOOL Dayton, OH | 7.7 |
| Badger Elementary School Kinsman, OH | 7.7 |
| Bellefontaine Intermediate School Bellefontaine, OH | 7.7 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Cleveland Heights, OH | 7.7 |
| Eastern Elementary School Reedsville, OH | 7.7 |
| Edgewood Elementary School Marysville, OH | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul L Dunbar Elementary School
What grades does Paul L Dunbar Elementary School serve?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Paul L Dunbar Elementary School?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul L Dunbar Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paul L Dunbar Elementary School rank in OH?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School ranks #888 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Paul L Dunbar Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School a charter school?
No, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.3%
- Phone
- (216) 838-7400
Resources & Links
District
Cleveland Municipal- District Enrollment
- 33,841
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,255
- District Rank
- #3 of 93
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