Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
50%
30%
White
30%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School's ranking?
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School is ranked #33 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School often compared to?
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springer Middle School, Talley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School?
847 students attend Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School?
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School offer ?
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School part of?
Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
View the Dupont (Pierre S.) Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Closed (Memorial Day)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK-8 Professional Responsibilities, 9-12 Prof. Development)
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK - 12 Professional Development)
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK - 12 Professional Development)
June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Closed (Juneteenth)
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
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