DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL

DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in LITTLE ROCK, AR with about 535 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 47 teachers, DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the historic area of Little Rock, Arkansas, serves as a cornerstone of the Little Rock School District. As a magnet school, it is specifically designed to attract students from across the district by offering specialized academic programming that goes beyond the traditional middle school curriculum. The school maintains a focus on rigorous instruction, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for the demands of high school and beyond while fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.

Beyond its academic mission, DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL is deeply rooted in its community context, situated near the historically significant Dunbar neighborhood. The school places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, arts, and technology initiatives. By leveraging its magnet status, the school seeks to provide unique educational opportunities that cater to different learning styles and interests, ensuring that students are not only academically challenged but also culturally enriched as they navigate their formative middle school years.

For more information, contact DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL at (501) 447-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.