Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North 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 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Dover Elementary School serves a central area in Dover, NJ, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dover Elementary School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North 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 North 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
#1686 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
94%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dover Elementary School's ranking?
North Dover Elementary School is ranked #1686 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are North Dover Elementary School often compared to?
North Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Dover Elementary School, Canfield Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend North Dover Elementary School?
640 students attend North Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Dover Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Dover Elementary School?
North Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Dover Elementary School offer ?
North Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dover Elementary School part of?
North Dover Elementary School is part of Dover Public School District.
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