For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,205 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 44% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dover, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dover Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
135 College Street
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-4814
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-4814
Gr: 5-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
135 College Street
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2702
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2702
Gr: PK-4 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Dover High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 Pirates Loop
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2120
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2120
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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