Serving 247 students in grades 3-5, Dunbar Intermediate Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbar Intermediate Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dunbar Intermediate Center's student population of 247 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunbar Intermediate Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbar Intermediate Center is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
24%
4%
White
59%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbar Intermediate Center's ranking?
Dunbar Intermediate Center is ranked #450 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Dunbar Intermediate Center?
247 students attend Dunbar Intermediate Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dunbar Intermediate Center students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbar Intermediate Center?
Dunbar Intermediate Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunbar Intermediate Center offer ?
Dunbar Intermediate Center offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunbar Intermediate Center part of?
Dunbar Intermediate Center is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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