Serving 167 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar's student population of 167 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4215 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
58%
30%
Black
36%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar's ranking?
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar is ranked #4215 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar?
167 students attend Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar?
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar offer ?
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar part of?
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar located?
Middle School 301 Paul L Dunbar is located in the Morrisania neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 40 other public schools located in Morrisania.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2016
I taught there for only a short time since I was preparing to retire and was placed as a necessary transfer from a previous assignment. The neighborhood was rather rough but the school had a very supportive and helpful administrative /faculty team. The low standard scores are a result of conditions the young people face at home making teachers face a very challenging student population and do try their best. I felt I had sufficient materials to teach so you can't blame that for an inadequacy. Since I left in 2006 there was a dramatic drop in staff and students. In all Dunbar has sufficient programs, teachers and facilities. The arts and extras I didn't know too much since I left rather early. I would consider this school for your child.
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