Serving 375 students in grades 5-8, Dover Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dover Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dover, AR, covering approximately 235.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 22.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dover Middle School's student population of 375 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Middle School's ranking?
Dover Middle School is ranked #155 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dover Middle School often compared to?
Dover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russellville Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dover Middle School?
375 students attend Dover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dover Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Middle School?
Dover Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dover Middle School offer ?
Dover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dover Middle School part of?
Dover Middle School is part of Dover School District.
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