School Overview
H.B. duPont Middle School, located in the suburban community of Hockessin, Delaware, is a prominent middle school within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive environment that addresses the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. The campus on Meeting House Road acts as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

The school places a strong focus on community involvement and academic achievement, often utilizing its digital platform to maintain transparent communication with families regarding school policies, events, and student progress. With a dedication to both social-emotional learning and traditional academic standards, H.B. duPont aims to cultivate a well-rounded student body. Its location in Hockessin allows it to draw from a diverse and engaged residential area, contributing to a school culture that values collaboration between parents, teachers, and the student population.
754
Total Students
48.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White409
Hispanic155
Black115
Asian45
Two or More27
American Indian3
  • White
    409 (54.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    155 (20.6 %)
  • Black
    115 (15.3 %)
  • Asian
    45 (6.0 %)
  • Two or More
    27 (3.6 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Red Clay Consolidated School District
Phone: (302)239-3420
Website: http://redclay.schoolwires.net/hb
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 754
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 252
Grade 7 254
Grade 8 248

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6252
Grade 7254
Grade 8248
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35947.6%
Male39552.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)