For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,218 students in Dover, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Dover, AR are Dover Middle School, Dover Elementary School and Dover High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Dover have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dover, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dover Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
203 College St
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-4814
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-4814
Grades: 5-8
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
75 Pine Hill Rd
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2702
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2702
Grades: K-4
| 438 students
Rank: #33.
Dover High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 Pirates Loop
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2120
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2120
Grades: 9-12
| 400 students
Dover, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
135 College Street
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2750
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2750
Grades: 3-5
| 340 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dover, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Dover, AR include Dover Middle School, Dover Elementary School and Dover High School.
How many public schools are located in Dover?
3 public schools are located in Dover.
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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