Dover Public School District

21 Belmont Ave
Dover, NJ 07801
(District boundaries shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%

Top Rankings

Dover Public School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,094 students in Dover Public School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public high schools in New Jersey.
Public High School in Dover Public School District have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Public High School in Dover Public School District have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dover High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public high school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (NJ)
# Schools
5 Schools
545 Schools
# Students
3,135 Students
460,113 Students
# Teachers
243 Teachers
36,963 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

District Rank

Dover Public School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 646 school districts in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 87% has increased from 85% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (NJ)
#517 out of 648 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall district rank of Dover Public   School District, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
16%
26%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Dover Public   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
35%
47%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Dover Public   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
87%
88%
This chart display public school graduation rate of Dover Public   School District and public school graduation rate of NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.20
0.71
# American Indian Students
2 Students
646 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
56 Students
44,671 Students
% Asian Students
2%
10%
# Hispanic Students
2,809 Students
141,518 Students
% Hispanic Students
90%
31%
# Black Students
116 Students
77,778 Students
% Black Students
4%
17%
# White Students
138 Students
182,652 Students
% White Students
4%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
1,024 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
14 Students
9,368 Students
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
2%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
26
367
# Students in K Grade:
185
3,139
# Students in 1st Grade:
209
3,380
# Students in 2nd Grade:
215
3,453
# Students in 3rd Grade:
205
3,491
# Students in 4th Grade:
212
3,527
# Students in 5th Grade:
201
3,464
# Students in 6th Grade:
216
4,158
# Students in 7th Grade:
243
6,623
# Students in 8th Grade:
255
7,820
# Students in 9th Grade:
331
107,364
# Students in 10th Grade:
245
100,102
# Students in 11th Grade:
264
98,448
# Students in 12th Grade:
228
98,515
# Ungraded Students:
100
16,262

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $22,790 in this school district is less than the state median of $27,348. The school district revenue/student has grown by 17% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $21,064 is less than the state median of $26,228. The school district spending/student has grown by 5% over four school years.
This School District
This State (NJ)
Total Revenue
$71 MM
$36,642 MM
This chart display total revenue of Dover Public   School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$66 MM
$35,142 MM
This chart display total spending of Dover Public   School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$22,790
$27,348
This chart display average revenue per public school student in Dover Public   School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$21,064
$26,228
This chart display average spending per public school student in Dover Public   School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Dover Public School District Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dover High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Grace Street
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 989-2010
Grades: 9-12
| 1,094 students

Recent Articles

Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Indeed, there are still school districts today in America that allow teachers to spank students. Learn about the current spanking situation in schools and why the debate continues to heat up.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • District size: 5 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 3,135 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 87% (Btm 50% in NJ)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Quick Links