DUNLAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dunlap Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kings Canyon Joint Unified school district, located in Dunlap, CA with about 361 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Dunlap Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dunlap Elementary School is a small, rural educational institution located in the scenic foothills of Fresno County, California. As part of the Kings Canyon Unified School District, the school serves a tight-knit community, providing a foundational learning environment for students in the surrounding mountain areas. Its location on Dunlap Road places it at the heart of the local region, emphasizing a close connection between the school and the families it serves.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Kings Canyon Unified School District, which focuses on providing rigorous academic programs while fostering the social and emotional growth of its students. By maintaining a smaller campus setting, Dunlap Elementary is able to offer a more personalized educational experience, encouraging strong teacher-student relationships and active parental involvement. The school serves as a vital hub for the community, ensuring that students in this more isolated geographic region have access to the resources and support necessary to succeed in their primary education.

For more information, contact Dunlap Elementary at (559) 305-7310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.