Serving 390 students in grades 6-8, Dunbar College Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy's student population of 390 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7739 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
42%
13%
White
3%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is ranked #7739 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dunbar College Preparatory Academy?
390 students attend Dunbar College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dunbar College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar College Preparatory Academy?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunbar College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy part of?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dunbar College Preparatory Academy located?
Dunbar College Preparatory Academy is located in the Dunbar Manhattan Heights neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Dunbar Manhattan Heights.
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