Serving 579 students in grades 6-8, Alfred I. Dupont Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred I. DuPont Middle School serves the southeastern part of Jacksonville, FL, covering an area of approximately 18.6 square miles. The school is typically a 10-12 minute drive from most homes within the zone, which extends up to 5.4 miles from its farthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School's student population of 579 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred I. Dupont Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#3320 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred I. Dupont Middle School's ranking?
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School is ranked #3320 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Alfred I. Dupont Middle School often compared to?
Alfred I. Dupont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Middle School, Lake Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Alfred I. Dupont Middle School?
579 students attend Alfred I. Dupont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Alfred I. Dupont Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred I. Dupont Middle School?
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alfred I. Dupont Middle School offer ?
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred I. Dupont Middle School part of?
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred I. Dupont Middle School located?
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School is located in the San Jose Forest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 10, 2027 (Tuesday)
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