DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL

DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Kanawha County Schools school district, located in BELLE, WV with about 330 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 20 teachers, DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public educational institution located in Belle, West Virginia, serving students within the Kanawha County school district. As a community-focused school, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to bridge the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on core subjects such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development during the critical middle-school years.

Beyond its academic offerings, DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL places an emphasis on extracurricular engagement and student well-being. By providing opportunities for athletics, clubs, and collaborative projects, the school aims to help students explore their interests and build essential life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and responsibility. With its location in the heart of Belle, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, dedicated to preparing its student body for success in their future high school careers and beyond.

For more information, contact DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL at (304) 348-1978 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

301 WEST 34TH STREET
BELLE, WV 25015-1099
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DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in BELLE, WV with about 330 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in West Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
330
Teachers:
20
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 330 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.0%
Black or African American
11.5%
Two or more races
3.3%
Hispanic/Latino
1.2%
Asian
0.9%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.