DuPont Hadley Middle

1901 Old Hickory BLVD
Old Hickory, TN 37138

schools.mnps.org/dupont-hadley-middle-prep

385 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

DuPont Hadley Middle Preparatory, located in Old Hickory, Tennessee, is part of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school serves students in grades 5 through 8, emphasizing a "middle prep" model designed to provide a smooth academic transition from elementary school to the rigorous demands of high school. The campus is known for its commitment to creating a supportive learning environment that balances academic achievement with social-emotional development, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future educational pathways.

Academically, DuPont Hadley offers a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects, elective courses, and opportunities for advanced learning. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student involvement through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs, which help foster a strong sense of community and school spirit. By prioritizing high expectations and active parental engagement, DuPont Hadley Middle Prep strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to succeed in a global society.

385

Total Students

29.5

Full-Time Teachers

13.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DuPont Hadley Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	168
Hispanic	71
Black	110
Asian	6
Two or More	29
Pacific Islander	1

White
168 (43.6%)
Black
110 (28.6%)
Hispanic
71 (18.4%)
Two or More
29 (7.5%)
Asian
6 (1.6%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Davidson County
Phone:	(615)847-7300
Website:	http://schools.mnps.org/dupont-hadley-middle-prep
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	385
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 117

Grade 7 135

Grade 8 133