DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LUBBOCK ISD school district, located in LUBBOCK, TX with about 534 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 48 teachers, DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY 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 COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY, located in Lubbock, Texas, is a public secondary school within the Lubbock Independent School District. As a "College Preparatory" institution, the school is designed to bridge the gap between middle school and high school, focusing on academic rigor to ensure students are adequately prepared for advanced coursework and post-secondary success. The academy emphasizes core subjects while integrating college-readiness strategies intended to foster critical thinking and long-term educational attainment for its student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY serves as a focal point for the local East Lubbock community. The school is known for its commitment to providing structured support systems—such as specialized instruction and guidance—to help students navigate the transition to higher education. By maintaining a focus on high expectations and college-bound culture, the school aims to empower its students with the skills and discipline necessary to succeed in a competitive academic environment.

For more information, contact DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (806) 219-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2010 E 26TH ST
LUBBOCK, TX 79404
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DUNBAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a public Title I school in LUBBOCK, TX with about 534 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
LUBBOCK ISD
Total Students:
534
Teachers:
48.82
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 534 students

Black or African American
52.8%
Hispanic/Latino
42.9%
White
2.2%
Two or more races
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.