Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dupont Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dupont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dupont Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Gold and Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dupont Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dupont Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1653 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
51%
21%
White
19%
44%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dupont Elementary School's ranking?
Dupont Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Dupont Elementary School often compared to?
Dupont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry E. James Elementary School, Patrick Copeland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Dupont Elementary School?
589 students attend Dupont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dupont Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dupont Elementary School?
Dupont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dupont Elementary School offer ?
Dupont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dupont Elementary School part of?
Dupont Elementary School is part of Hopewell City School District.
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