Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Dover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Dover Elementary School serves a central area of approximately 0.6 square miles in Dover, NJ, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Dover Elementary School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
East Dover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Dover Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1481 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
94%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
3%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Dover Elementary School's ranking?
East Dover Elementary School is ranked #1481 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Dover Elementary School often compared to?
East Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Dover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Dover Elementary School?
411 students attend East Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Dover Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Dover Elementary School?
East Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Dover Elementary School offer ?
East Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Dover Elementary School part of?
East Dover Elementary School is part of Dover Public School District.
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