ROSENWALD DUNBAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jessamine County school district, located in Nicholasville, KY with about 598 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 39 teachers, Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School 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.

**Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School**, located at 1500 Wilmore Road in Nicholasville, Kentucky, serves as a key educational institution within the Jessamine County School District. The school is named in honor of the historic Rosenwald school movement, which played a pivotal role in providing educational opportunities for African American children in the South during the early 20th century, alongside the legacy of Paul Laurence Dunbar. The facility focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic excellence and character development for its diverse student body.

The school is deeply integrated into the Nicholasville community, emphasizing strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. By utilizing a curriculum designed to meet state standards while addressing the individual needs of young learners, Rosenwald Dunbar aims to build a strong foundational base in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. Through its commitment to a safe and inclusive atmosphere, the school strives to prepare its students for future academic success and to encourage a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School at (859) 885-6670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.