PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL
PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LEE school district, located in FORT MYERS, FL with about 973 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 66 teachers, PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL 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.
PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Fort Myers, Florida, is a notable institution within the School District of Lee County. The school is named in honor of the renowned African American poet and novelist, reflecting a commitment to academic excellence and cultural appreciation. It serves a diverse student population, providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school while fostering personal growth, critical thinking, and social development.
Beyond its core academic program, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various extracurricular activities, athletics, and elective courses. The institution focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that encourages community involvement and student engagement. By leveraging its resources and dedicated faculty, PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to meet the unique needs of its students, ensuring they have the tools necessary for both academic success and future personal achievement.
For more information, contact PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL at (239) 334-1357 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FORT MYERS, FL 33966-6911
(239) 334-1357
http://dun.leeschools.net//
PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in FORT MYERS, FL with about 973 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- LEE
- Total Students:
- 973
- Teachers:
- 66
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 973 students
- Black or African American
- 35.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 33.0%
- White
- 24.4%
- Asian
- 4.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
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.