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Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center

2315 W 10th St
Texarkana, TX 75501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center serves 304 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 304 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 50%
  • : 57%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

The diversity score of Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
(12-13)
50%
78%
(12-13)
57%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
53%
Black
84%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average).
How many students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center?
304 students attend Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center offer ?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center part of?
Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center is part of Texarkana Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 304 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 50%
  • : 57%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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