Dunbar Middle School

Direction2901 23rd St, Dickinson, TX, 77539
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Public School DICKINSON ISD Elementary School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 72
Student Progress 79
Closing Performance Gaps 86
Overall 81

Distinction Designations

Medal
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Mathematics
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Welcome to Dunbar Middle School, a cornerstone of academic excellence and innovative learning nestled in the vibrant community of Dickinson, TX. Located at 2901 23rd Street, Dunbar Middle School is renowned for its dedicated staff, supportive environment, and its commitment to preparing young minds for a promising future.

At Dunbar, our team of 50 professional educators brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom, boasting an average of 9 years in teaching. With a stable faculty presence, having an average tenure of 5 years at our school, our teachers build lasting relationships with students, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes continuous learning and mutual respect.

Our student body, consisting of 666 inquisitive young minds, benefits from a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 13.40, ensuring personalized attention and tailored instruction that meets the unique needs of each student. This ratio is further enhanced by our 18 dedicated education aids, who provide additional support to optimize classroom learning and ensure no student is left behind.

At Dunbar Middle School, we believe in leveraging every resource to support our students' academic and personal growth. Our curriculum is designed to challenge our students while providing them with the tools they need to succeed not only in high school but also in their future careers and personal endeavors.

Choosing the right middle school is pivotal. At Dunbar Middle School, we provide a balanced educational experience that combines academic rigor with extracurricular pursuits, all designed to develop well-rounded individuals who are ready to take on the world's challenges.

Explore the potential of Dunbar Middle School and join a community where education is valued and each student is recognized as an individual. For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (281) 229-6600. We look forward to welcoming you to our school family, where your child’s future is our top priority.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
04-05
Enrollment
558
Is Charter
No
Address
2901 23RD ST, DICKINSON, TX, 77539
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Principal
BRANDI PETERSON
School District
Phone
(281) 229-6600
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Dunbar Middle School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 86 15.41%
Hispanic 312 55.91%
White 131 23.48%
Asian 13 2.33%
Native American 2 0.36%
Two or More Races 14 2.51%
Total Students 558 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 402 72.04%
Limited English Proficiency 139 24.91%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 146 26.16%
Gifted & Talented 51 9.14%
Special Education 126 22.58%
Teacher Student Ratio 13.00 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 0 0.00%
20 - 30 years 4 9.30%
10 - 20 years 12 27.91%
6 - 10 years 15 34.88%
1- 5 years 8 18.60%
Beginning Teacher 4 9.30%
Teacher Experience Average 9.90 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 4.50 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 43 100%
Female Teachers 36 83.72 %
Male Teachers 7 16.28 %
School Admin 2
School Support 7
Edu Aids 13
Special Education 8

Dunbar Middle School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 72% 74% 73% 65% %
African American 64% 65% 65% 60% %
Hispanic 71% 76% 73% 60% %
White 77% 75% 79% 77% %
Asian 76% 62% 77% 100% %
Two or More Races 89% 91% 82% 100% %
Economically Disadvantaged 69% 72% 69% 62% %
Male Students 69% 67% 72% 69% %
Female Students 75% 81% 76% 59% %
Special Education 52% 50% 53% 52% %
Limited English Proficiency 65% 70% 69% 49% %

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Even though this school is located in an older neighborhood in Dickinson it lacks no amount of excellence. I was impressed with our 5th grade experience and I look forward to the 6th grade experience. Highlights for our son: Science (dissections an

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