duPont (H.B.) Middle School
754 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 409 |
| Hispanic | 155 |
| Black | 115 |
| Asian | 45 |
| Two or More | 27 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White409 (54.2 %)
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Hispanic155 (20.6 %)
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Black115 (15.3 %)
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Asian45 (6.0 %)
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Two or More27 (3.6 %)
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American Indian3 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 252 |
| Grade 7 | 254 |
| Grade 8 | 248 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 359 | 47.6% |
| Male | 395 | 52.4% |
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