DUNBAR INTERMEDIATE CENTER

DUNBAR INTERMEDIATE CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kanawha County Schools school district, located in DUNBAR, WV with about 281 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 20 teachers, DUNBAR INTERMEDIATE CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

DUNBAR INTERMEDIATE CENTER, located at 1330 Myers Avenue in Dunbar, West Virginia, serves as a primary educational facility for students in the local community. As an intermediate school, it typically bridges the gap between elementary and middle school education, focusing on the developmental and academic needs of students in upper-elementary grade levels. The school is part of the Kanawha County Schools system and plays a central role in the neighborhood, providing a structured environment intended to foster foundational learning and social growth during these critical middle childhood years.

The school functions as a hub for the Dunbar community, emphasizing standard curriculum requirements while participating in the broader educational initiatives of the West Virginia Department of Education. By providing a dedicated space for intermediate-aged children, the center aims to prepare students for the transition into secondary education. Like many schools in the Kanawha County district, DUNBAR INTERMEDIATE CENTER focuses on integrating core subjects with activities designed to support student well-being and academic readiness.

For more information, contact DUNBAR INTERMEDIATE CENTER at (304) 766-1570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.