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#1496 of 1,786 schools in TN

Dupont Hadley Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

1901 Old Hickory BLVD, Old Hickory, TN 37138

Enrollment

379

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,496 of 1,786

In Old Hickory

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#108 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Dupont Hadley Middle

4.7/10

Middle School in Old Hickory · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dupont Elementary

7.3/10

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8.2/10

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About Dupont Hadley Middle

Dupont Hadley Middle is a public middle school in Old Hickory, TN, part of Davidson County. Dupont Hadley Middle serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dupont Hadley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,496 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Dupont Hadley Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Dupont Hadley 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Dupont Hadley Middle — Students at Dupont Hadley Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
13.5%
ELA
22.1%
2025
Math
23.9%
ELA
28.2%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Dupont Hadley Middle Compares

See how Dupont Hadley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
16th percentile in TN
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1901 Old Hickory BLVD, Old Hickory, TN 37138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dupont Hadley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. V G Hawkins Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DuPont Tyler Middle (rated 4.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Hermitage), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Old Hickory, see our Old Hickory schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
DuPont Elementary Old Hickory 0.9 mi 7.3
Walton Ferry Elementary Hendersonville 1.1 mi 8.2
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory 1.6 mi 4.6
THE ACADEMY FOR G.O.D. Old Hickory 1.8 mi 5.8
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 1.7 mi 8.3
Neely's Bend Elementary Nashville 1.9 mi 6.4
MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison 1.9 mi 7.4
MADISON ACADEMY Madison 2.0 mi 7.6
Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville 2.3 mi 8.4
V G Hawkins Middle School Hendersonville 2.5 mi 7.5
Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville 3.4 mi 8.7
HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville 3.5 mi
Hermitage Elementary Hermitage 3.7 mi 4.8
Smithson Craighead Academy Madison 3.0 mi 7.0
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage 3.9 mi 4.5
Pennington Elementary Nashville 3.9 mi 6.9
Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage 4.0 mi 5.5
HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville 4.2 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville 4.2 mi 6.5
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 3.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,450

Median Home Value

$347,500

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

22,539

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dupont Hadley Middle

What grades does Dupont Hadley Middle serve?

Dupont Hadley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Dupont Hadley Middle?

Dupont Hadley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dupont Hadley Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Dupont Hadley Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dupont Hadley Middle rank in TN?

Dupont Hadley Middle ranks #1,496 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Dupont Hadley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Dupont Hadley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Hadley Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dupont Hadley Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dupont Hadley Middle a charter school?

No, Dupont Hadley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dupont Hadley Middle a Title I school?

No, Dupont Hadley Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#108 of 154

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