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Dunbar Middle School

Public | 5-6 | 673 students

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4 stars

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Posted February 15, 2011

Do you really think 5th graders should be able to handle fully blown algebra during the first month of school? Should children be required to hold their bladders all day to make it to class in four minutes? Should students have to carry the entirety of their supplies around all day because they aren't allowed to use the lockers? Should children be ridiculed by staff if they haven't picked up cursive yet? Should African American children be allowed to call each other racial slurs with impunity? Should children be allowed to eat pizza for lunch daily at a snack bar? Should the police be allowed to intimidate 11 year olds for minor infractions? Should the staff be allowed to dress in inappropriately tight, short, and revealing clothing? Well, if the awnser to this is yes, and you love disgusting neighborhoods, give this school a try!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2009

i will love this school forever. i love the pe coach she the best.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 25, 2009

I think that dunbar middle schools rocks they are such a great school for my kids and have very nice teacher which i love special mrs.weigand
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 24, 2006

On the first day of school was the greatest for me . These kids had so much respect for each other every one knew every one. They were all happy to see each other are were ready to learn.Dunbar is # 1 in my book ... The teachers and Staff are you really nice people. The principal is really well liked... I just wish we could get a PTA formed.... Well my son just can't stop talking about how much he enjoys learning from his teachers ... He is never bored...Thank You
—Submitted by Kimberly Knight, a parent


Posted May 29, 2006

My daughter has just ended a wonderful year at Dunbar. She was in the accelerated classes and was defenitely challenged to her highest ability. The teachers at this school were always positive toward her and fellow classmates. There were many projects through the year to keep up with and there was a lot to learn from each one. The schedule got a little hectic at times, trying to meet all the deadlines,but I would reccomend this type of structure to anyone with an 'eager to learn' student.
—Submitted by Becky, a parent


Posted September 5, 2005

This school is the greatest! My daughter goes to this school, and its simply great in teaching. The principal is great, too. There's some parent involvement, though they do not have to get involved if they perfer not to. Their is a lot of after-school activities- drama club, student council and a learning program.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 8, 2005

This is a very nice school, elevators for the ones who need it, a wonderful band program as well. My daughter really enjoyed going here. The counselors are very nice here as well.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

342 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

343 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

337 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

350 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

351 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students97%
Female96%
Male97%
Black or African American95%
Asian100%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special education77%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students95%
Female98%
Male92%
Black or African American91%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education79%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)60%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students92%
Female92%
Male92%
Black or African American88%
Asian100%
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education67%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students92%
Female91%
Male93%
Black or African American90%
Asian100%
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education75%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Black or African American93%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education69%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 36% 34%
Hispanic 34% 48%
Black 25% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 13%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 4%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 58%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 8%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 13%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 19%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 21%N/A23%
21 or more years 38%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Awards

Academic awards received in the past 3 years
  • Texas Recognized School (2007)
  • NCEA Best Public Schools Award (2006)
  • Texas Recognized School (2005)

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Autism
  • Multiple disabilities
  • Other health impairments

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Painting
Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
Performing and written arts
  • Drama

Gifted & talented

Instructional and/or curriculum models used
  • Gifted / high performing
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 7:25am
School end time
  • 2:30am
School Leader's name
  • Kevin Lankford
Fax number
  • (281) 229-6601

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

Don't understand these terms?
  • Gifted / high performing
Specific academic themes or areas of focus

Don't understand these terms?
  • Special education
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Autism
  • Multiple disabilities
  • Other health impairments
School leaders can update this information here.

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Painting
Music
  • Band
  • Choir / Chorus
Performing arts
  • Drama
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

Parent involvement
  • Library volunteers reading reward day volunteers field trip and dance chaperones campus improvement committee
More from this school
  • We hold our students to high standards, and we expect every single student to be successful. Our school of nearly 600 sixth graders is broken down into three smaller learning communities: Gator Honor, Gator Pride, and Gator Spirit.
School leaders can update this information here.

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Barber Middle School

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2901 23rd St
Dickinson, TX 77539
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Phone: (281) 229-6600

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