Serving 592 students in grades 3-6, Dunkirk Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunkirk Intermediate School's student population of 592 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for all... whatever it takes!
School Rankings
Dunkirk Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunkirk Intermediate School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3561 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
59%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
33%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunkirk Intermediate School's ranking?
Dunkirk Intermediate School is ranked #3561 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dunkirk Intermediate School?
592 students attend Dunkirk Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dunkirk Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunkirk Intermediate School?
Dunkirk Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dunkirk Intermediate School offer ?
Dunkirk Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dunkirk Intermediate School part of?
Dunkirk Intermediate School is part of Dunkirk City School District.
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