DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the DUNKIRK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in DUNKIRK, NY with about 588 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 54 teachers, DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 75 W 6th St in Dunkirk, New York, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Dunkirk City School District. Situated along the shores of Lake Erie, the school plays a central role in the local community, providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes student development, civic responsibility, and academic achievement within the Chautauqua County region.

As part of the Dunkirk City School District, the high school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services aimed at enriching the student experience. The administration and faculty focus on maintaining educational standards that align with New York State requirements while addressing the unique needs of their diverse student body. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or school initiatives, the district’s official website at [www.dunkirkcsd.org](http://www.dunkirkcsd.org) serves as the primary hub for communication and resources.

For more information, contact DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (716) 366-9300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

75 W 6TH ST
DUNKIRK, NY 14048-2499
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DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DUNKIRK, NY with about 588 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
588
Teachers:
54.02
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 588 students

Hispanic/Latino
49.7%
White
39.8%
Black or African American
7.8%
Two or more races
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.