For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 471 students in Dover, MA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Dover, MA is Dover-sherborn Regional Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, MA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Dover have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Dover, MA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dover-sherborn Regional Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
155 Farm Street
Dover, MA 02030
(508) 785-0635
Dover, MA 02030
(508) 785-0635
Gr: 6-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Dover, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Dover, MA include Dover-sherborn Regional Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Dover?
1 public middle schools are located in Dover.
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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