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.
764
Total Students
46.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White399
Hispanic145
Black115
Asian60
Two or More40
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    399 (52.2%)
  • Hispanic
    145 (19.0%)
  • Black
    115 (15.1%)
  • Asian
    60 (7.9%)
  • Two or More
    40 (5.2%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
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: 764
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 46.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 260
Grade 7 254
Grade 8 250

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6260
Grade 7254
Grade 8250
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for duPont (H.B.) Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female36147.3%
Male40352.7%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)