Serving 365 students in grades 5-8, Dover Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dover Middle School's student population of 365 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 993 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
93%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Middle School's ranking?
Dover Middle School is ranked #163 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Dover Middle School?
365 students attend Dover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dover Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dover Middle School?
Dover Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dover Middle School offer ?
Dover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Middle School part of?
Dover Middle School is part of Dover School District.
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