Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Dover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Dover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Dover Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
A Leader in Me School
School Rankings
East Dover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Dover Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
49%
31%
White
15%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Dover Elementary School's ranking?
East Dover Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are East Dover Elementary School often compared to?
East Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend East Dover Elementary School?
338 students attend East Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of East Dover Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Dover Elementary School?
East Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Dover Elementary School offer ?
East Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Dover Elementary School part of?
East Dover Elementary School is part of Capital School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
East - First Day of Kindergarten
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
East - First Day for Pre-K students
September 08, 2025 (Monday)
East - Last Day of Pre-K
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
East - Last Day of Kindergarten Dismissal at 11:55AM
June 09, 2026 (Tuesday)
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