Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Dover Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Dover Elementary School serves the northern part of Toms River, NJ, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 10.1 square miles. Most students live within 5-10 minutes of the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dover Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
North Dover Elementary School ranks within the top 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 0.67, 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
#700 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
11%
Hispanic
35%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 #700 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 Joseph A. Citta Elementary School, Silver Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend North Dover Elementary School?
384 students attend North Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North Dover Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dover Elementary School part of?
North Dover Elementary School is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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