To the Historic Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Thank you for choosing Dunbar, a school with a proud legacy of excellence and innovation. For over 150 years, Dunbar has stood as a beacon of opportunity, serving as the nation's first high school for African American students. We are deeply honored to have connections to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case, and we remain committed to educating the whole child.
Dunbar is the premier high school for all students, offering exceptional academies:
Charles R. Drew Engineering Academy
James Pittman Information Technology Academy
Anthony Wash Sports Management Academy
Carter G. Woodson Black Studies Academy
Eleanor Holmes Norton Academy For Law and Public Policy
Dunbar High School International Academy
Vincent Gray Ninth Grade Leadership Academy
Our students also thrive in athletics, with over 26 programs boasting state championships in football and track, as well as city titles in girls' basketball and girls' track.
Warm regards,
Principal, Paul Laurence Dunbar High School