Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Du Pont Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Du Pont Middle School serves the southeastern part of Belle, WV, covering an area of approximately 57.1 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Du Pont Middle School's student population of 440 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Du Pont Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Du Pont Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Du Pont Middle School's ranking?
Du Pont Middle School is ranked #485 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Du Pont Middle School often compared to?
Du Pont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Bank Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Du Pont Middle School?
440 students attend Du Pont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Du Pont Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Du Pont Middle School?
Du Pont Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Du Pont Middle School offer ?
Du Pont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Du Pont Middle School part of?
Du Pont Middle School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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