Paul Laurence Dunbar High

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, located on Orleans Street in Baltimore, is a specialized public magnet high school within the Baltimore City Public Schools system. Named after the celebrated African American poet, the school is widely recognized for its robust academic focus on health, medicine, and science. By partnering with prominent local institutions like Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland, Dunbar provides its students with unique opportunities for clinical rotations, internships, and advanced coursework designed to prepare them for careers in the medical and healthcare fields.

Beyond its rigorous academic programming, Dunbar High School maintains a storied tradition of excellence in athletics and extracurricular engagement. The school serves as a cornerstone of the East Baltimore community, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and character development in its student body. With its long-standing reputation for academic rigor and its commitment to producing "the next generation of medical professionals," Dunbar remains one of the city's most prominent schools for students interested in pursuing STEM-based pathways and higher education.