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Dupont Middle
Middle School · Chicopee
650 Front Street, Chicopee, MA 01013
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,259 of 1,793
In Chicopee
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
Chicopee
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Dupont Middle
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About Dupont Middle
Dupont Middle is a public middle school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Dupont Middle serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dupont Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,259 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Dupont Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Dupont Middle
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
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- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Dupont Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Dupont Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dupont Middle — Students at Dupont Middle score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Dupont Middle Compares
See how Dupont Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 Front Street, Chicopee, MA 01013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dupont Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Van Sickle Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rise Academy at Van Sickle (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STANISLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicopee | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Chicopee High Chicopee | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Glenwood Springfield | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Szetela Early Childhood Center Chicopee | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Bowe Chicopee | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Belcher Chicopee | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Barry Chicopee | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Liberty Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| The Springfield Renaissance School an Expeditionary Learning Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Van Sickle Academy Springfield | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Mary O Pottenger Springfield | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Edward P. Boland School Springfield | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Samuel Bowles Springfield | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,039
Median Home Value
$249,300
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
22,950
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Consentino Middle School Haverhill, MA | 5.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence, MA | 5.2 |
| Lawrence Falmouth, MA | 5.2 |
| West Middle School Brockton, MA | 5.2 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence, MA | 5.3 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dupont Middle
What grades does Dupont Middle serve?
Dupont Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dupont Middle?
Dupont Middle has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dupont Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Dupont Middle is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dupont Middle rank in MA?
Dupont Middle ranks #1,259 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Dupont Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Dupont Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dupont Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dupont Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dupont Middle a charter school?
No, Dupont Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dupont Middle a Title I school?
No, Dupont Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 678
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (413) 594-1881
Resources & Links
District
Chicopee- District Enrollment
- 6,807
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,218
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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