Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dover Area Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dover Area El Sch serves the northern part of Dover, PA, covering an area of approximately 12.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dover Area Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge is Power
School Rankings
Dover Area Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Area Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#829 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Area Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Area Elementary School is ranked #829 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dover Area Elementary School often compared to?
Dover Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dillsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dover Area Elementary School?
356 students attend Dover Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dover Area Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Area Elementary School?
Dover Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dover Area Elementary School offer ?
Dover Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dover Area Elementary School part of?
Dover Area Elementary School is part of Dover Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Dover Area Elementary School located?
Dover Area Elementary School is located in the Shade Gap neighborhood of Dover, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Shade Gap.
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