Dover Elementary School has a math proficiency rate of 55–59%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Dover School District average of 44%.
Reading proficiency is 45–49%, which is higher than the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 51%.
Science proficiency at Dover Elementary is 55–59%, placing it in the top 5% statewide and higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 48%.
The overall school ranking has declined from #1 in 2012 to #166 in 2023 among Arkansas public schools.
Enrollment decreased from 731 students in 2013 to 438 students currently, with minority enrollment steady at around 9% and 47% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, indicating socioeconomic stability.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dover Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dover Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
91%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dover Elementary School often compared to?
Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hector Elementary School, Pottsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dover Elementary School?
438 students attend Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dover Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Elementary School?
Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dover Elementary School offer ?
Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Elementary School part of?
Dover Elementary School is part of Dover School District.
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