James Madison H S vs Paul L Dunbar Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison H S
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
349 students
Paul L Dunbar Learning Center
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
608 students
| Measure | James Madison H S Dallas, Texas | Paul L Dunbar Learning Center Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1227 of 1,419 | #3823 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12979 of 16,910 | #39420 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 349 | 608 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 608 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.1% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Madison H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 28.7).
- •Paul L Dunbar Learning Center does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 23%).
- •James Madison H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.1% vs 99%).
- •James Madison H S does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 16.0).
- •Paul L Dunbar Learning Center is the larger school with 608 students compared with 349.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is James Madison H S better than Paul L Dunbar Learning Center?
On the Success Index (US), James Madison H S ranks higher (31.6 vs 28.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are James Madison H S and Paul L Dunbar Learning Center?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison H S: 349. Paul L Dunbar Learning Center: 608. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison H S and Paul L Dunbar Learning Center rank in Texas?
James Madison H S is 1227th of 1,419 and Paul L Dunbar Learning Center is 3823rd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).