What grades does Paul Laurence Dunbar High School serve?

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Lexington area.

Where is Paul Laurence Dunbar High School located?

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is a urban school in Lexington, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 17:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Lexington, KY?

Schools in Lexington include Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Lexington area.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,889

Student:Teacher

17:1

Locale

Urban

District

Fayette County

Econ. Disadvantaged

42.1%

Phone

(859)381-3546

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

596 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

209 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

301 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

1,021 test takers

Athletics

36 sports, 36 teams

810 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1

Worse than average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,996

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

101

99% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,318

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,007

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,233

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 37%Local 50%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.0%

Unemployment rate

6.9%

Uninsured residents

7.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,818

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

5,266

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Autism

1,200 (23%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,097 (21%)

Specific Learning Disability

1,064 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

890 (17%)

Intellectual Disability

401 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

157 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,828

Current enrollment

Stable(-9% 5yr)

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.