For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 818 students in Dover, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dover, AR are Dover Middle School and Dover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dover have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary 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
203 College St
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-4814
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-4814
Gr: 5-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Gr: K-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Dover, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
135 College Street
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2750
Dover, AR 72837
(479) 331-2750
Gr: 3-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Dover, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dover, AR include Dover Middle School and Dover Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dover?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dover.
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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