PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER

PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 363 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 23 teachers, PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER, located in the Overtown neighborhood of Miami, Florida, serves as a cornerstone of its local community. As a K-8 institution within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district, the school provides a comprehensive educational experience for students ranging from kindergarten through eighth grade. Its mission is deeply rooted in fostering academic excellence while nurturing the social and emotional growth of its diverse student body, preparing them for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school is named after the renowned African American poet Paul Laurence Dunbar, and it maintains a strong commitment to its historical and cultural context. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the center emphasizes character development and student engagement, often utilizing its central location to provide students with unique learning opportunities. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, the school strives to empower its students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens who are ready to meet the challenges of an evolving academic landscape.

For more information, contact PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER at (305) 573-2344 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.