Serving 392 students in grades 4-5, Dover Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dover Avenue Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dover, OH, encompassing approximately 35.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Avenue Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Addressing Tomorrow's Challenges Today
School Rankings
Dover Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Avenue Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Avenue Elementary School is ranked #853 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dover Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Dover Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Strasburg-franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dover Avenue Elementary School?
392 students attend Dover Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dover Avenue Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Avenue Elementary School?
Dover Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dover Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Dover Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Avenue Elementary School part of?
Dover Avenue Elementary School is part of Dover City School District.
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