Very Good
#3061 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
4200 METROPOLITAN AVE, Dallas, TX 75210
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,061 of 8,552
In Dallas
#154 of 374
public schools
In district
#111 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Paul L Dunbar Learning Center
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Paul L Dunbar Learning Center serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Paul L Dunbar Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,061 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Paul L Dunbar Learning Center show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Paul L Dunbar Learning Center 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 Learning Center — Students at Paul L Dunbar Learning Center score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 7.2/10.
How Paul L Dunbar Learning Center Compares
See how Paul L Dunbar Learning Center 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
4200 METROPOLITAN AVE, Dallas, TX 75210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul L Dunbar Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ARTS ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| JOSEPH J RHOADS LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| ORAN M ROBERTS EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| JAMES MADISON H S Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ST ANTHONY ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| TKG ACADEMY Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LINCOLN HUMANITIES/COMMUNICATIONS MAGNET HIGH SCH Dallas | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MOUNT AUBURN STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| CHARLES RICE LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST GRAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BILLY EARL DADE MIDDLE Dallas | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ARTS ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ILEARN VIRTUAL ACADEMY AT DALLAS ISD Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| H S THOMPSON LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| IGNACIO ZARAGOZA EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| WOODROW WILSON H S Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,739
Median Home Value
$110,800
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
7,458
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
37.7%
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
32.1
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| ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City, TX | 7.1 |
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| BARBARA YARBROUGH EL Midland, TX | 7.1 |
| BROCK EL Brock, TX | 7.1 |
| BUNA EL Buna, TX | 7.1 |
| C D LANDOLT EL Friendswood, TX | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul L Dunbar Learning Center
What grades does Paul L Dunbar Learning Center serve?
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Paul L Dunbar Learning Center?
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul L Dunbar Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul L Dunbar Learning Center is 14.4:1. 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 Learning Center rank in TX?
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center ranks #3,061 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Paul L Dunbar Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paul L Dunbar Learning Center has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Paul L Dunbar Learning Center a charter school?
No, Paul L Dunbar Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul L Dunbar Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Paul L Dunbar Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paul L Dunbar Learning Center?
93.4% of students at Paul L Dunbar Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (972) 794-6600
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #111 of 235
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