Serving 1,071 students in grades 5-8, Dover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dover Middle School's student population of 1,071 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Middle School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
80%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Middle School's ranking?
Dover Middle School is ranked #262 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Dover Middle School often compared to?
Dover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oyster River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Dover Middle School?
1,071 students attend Dover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Dover Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dover Middle School offer ?
Dover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Dover Middle School part of?
Dover Middle School is part of Dover School District.
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