Serving 611 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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alfred I. Dupont Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
32%
21%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
611 students attend Alfred I. Dupont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Alfred I. Dupont Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 5% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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.
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