Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-4, North Dover Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Dover Elementary School serves the northern part of Dover, DE, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dover Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
North Dover Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Dover Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#81 out of 199 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
50%
31%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dover Elementary School's ranking?
North Dover Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are North Dover Elementary School often compared to?
North Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Dover Elementary School, Booker T. Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend North Dover Elementary School?
333 students attend North Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of North Dover Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Dover Elementary School?
North Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Dover Elementary School offer ?
North Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dover Elementary School part of?
North Dover Elementary School is part of Capital School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NDE - Last Day of 21st Century
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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