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Armand R. Dupont School

Middle School · Allenstown School District

10 1/2 School St., Allenstown, NH 03275

Enrollment

130

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#243 of 480

In Allenstown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Allenstown School District

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Armand R. Dupont School

6.2/10

Middle School in Allenstown · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Armand R. Dupont School

Armand R. Dupont School is a public middle school in Allenstown, NH, part of Allenstown School District. Armand R.

Dupont School serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Armand R. Dupont School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Armand R. Dupont School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above NH schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NH avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 130 students, Armand R. Dupont School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Armand R. Dupont School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

36% of students at Armand R. Dupont School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,899
Chronic Absenteeism36.2%

Armand R. Dupont School — Students at Armand R. Dupont School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Armand R. Dupont School Compares

See how Armand R. Dupont School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in NH
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

Location

10 1/2 School St., Allenstown, NH 03275

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Armand R. Dupont School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. David R. Cawley Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Hooksett), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Three Rivers School (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pembroke), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bow Memorial School (rated 5.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bow), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Allenstown, see our Allenstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Allenstown Elementary School Allenstown 0.2 mi 6.9
Three Rivers School Pembroke 1.3 mi 6.6
Pembroke Academy Pembroke 1.3 mi 5.8
Pembroke Hill School Pembroke 2.2 mi 4.2
GREEN VALLEY SCHOOL Pembroke 2.3 mi 5.0
PINE HAVEN BOYS CENTER Allenstown 1.8 mi
Hooksett Memorial School Hooksett 3.6 mi 7.8
Strong Foundations Charter School Pembroke 4.9 mi 5.2
David R. Cawley Middle School Hooksett 5.5 mi 6.7
Fred C. Underhill School Hooksett 5.7 mi 5.8
Bow Memorial School Bow 4.6 mi 5.9
Bow Elementary School Bow 4.6 mi 7.4
THE DERRYFIELD SCHOOL Manchester 6.3 mi 6.4
MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bow 4.9 mi
THE ARK LEARNING CENTER OF HOOKSETT Hooksett 6.5 mi
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Concord 6.4 mi 6.0
Bow High School Bow 5.1 mi 7.9
CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord 7.1 mi
Abbot-Downing School Concord 6.1 mi 6.4
ST JOHN REGIONAL SCHOOL Concord 6.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03275 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,776

Median Home Value

$309,400

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

12,115

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

39.8

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School Rating
Daisy Bronson Junior High School Littleton, NH 6.3
Crescent Lake School Wolfeboro, NH 6.5
Gorham Middle School Gorham, NH 5.9
Moultonborough Middle Level Moultonborough, NH 5.7
Hopkinton Middle School Contoocook, NH 6.9
Vilas Elementary School Alstead, NH 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Armand R. Dupont School

What grades does Armand R. Dupont School serve?

Armand R. Dupont School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Armand R. Dupont School?

Armand R. Dupont School has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Armand R. Dupont School?

The student-teacher ratio at Armand R. Dupont School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Armand R. Dupont School rank in NH?

Armand R. Dupont School ranks #243 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Armand R. Dupont School's MySchoolScout rating?

Armand R. Dupont School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Armand R. Dupont School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Armand R. Dupont School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Armand R. Dupont School a charter school?

No, Armand R. Dupont School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Armand R. Dupont School a Title I school?

No, Armand R. Dupont School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armand R. Dupont School?

38.5% of students at Armand R. Dupont School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Merrimack County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

District

Allenstown School District
District Enrollment
336
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,899
District Rank
#2 of 2

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