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Paul Laurence Dunbar High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Lexington, Kentucky|Fayette County|Last audited: Not yet synced

Lexington, KY 40513

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School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
1,889
Student:Teacher
17:1
Locale
Urban
Econ. Disadvantaged
42.1%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
49%
74th percentile in KY
Math Proficiency
51%
91th percentile in KY
Graduation Rate
93%
Chronic Absenteeism
17.6%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
27 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
36 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1
Worse than average in KY

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$18,318
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 13%State 37%Local 50%

Community Context

Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,828
Current enrollment
Stable(-9% 5yr)

Full School Calendar 2025-26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School currently enrolls 1,889 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in KY.