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Elementary Schools

Dunbar Paul L School

Philadelphia City SD · Philadelphia County · 1750 N 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122.0

(215)400-7410

1/10
#1442
Rank 1442 out of 1,545
Top 93%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1386 · 10th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1462 · 5th percentile
Science1/10 · #1338 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Dunbar Paul L School sits in the heart of North Philadelphia, a neighborhood with deep roots and a strong sense of community identity. Families here are committed to their local school, though the academic numbers suggest it's a place that could benefit from additional resources and support — something Philadelphia families navigating school choices should weigh carefully. For those drawn to community involvement and looking for ways to make a meaningful difference in their child's school experience, Dunbar represents an opportunity to be part of something that matters in the neighborhood.

Student Demographics

144 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
123 (85%)
Hispanic
11 (8%)
White
6 (4%)
Other
4 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged136 (94%)
Students with Disabilities53 (37%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

224
Enrollment
15.9
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #24 · 99th percentile

562 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found