Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dunbar Hill School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbar Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Dunbar Hill School's student population of 271 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunbar Hill School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Hill School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
37%
32%
Black
35%
12%
White
14%
46%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Hill School's ranking?
Dunbar Hill School is ranked #773 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Hill School?
271 students attend Dunbar Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Dunbar Hill School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbar Hill School?
Dunbar Hill School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dunbar Hill School offer ?
Dunbar Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunbar Hill School part of?
Dunbar Hill School is part of Hamden School District.
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