Serving 941 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 37% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dover Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dover, NH, encompassing approximately 29 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Middle School's student population of 941 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
941 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Middle School is 0.37, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#263 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
79%
82%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #263 out of 455 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Dover Middle School?
941 students attend Dover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dover Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Middle School?
Dover Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Middle School part of?
Dover Middle School is part of Dover School District.
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