Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Dover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Dover Elementary School serves the southern part of Dover, DE, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of up to 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Dover Elementary School's student population of 577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Dover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Dover Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#136 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
33%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Senators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Dover Elementary School's ranking?
South Dover Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are South Dover Elementary School often compared to?
South Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Dover Elementary School, Hartly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend South Dover Elementary School?
577 students attend South Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Dover Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Dover Elementary School?
South Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Dover Elementary School offer ?
South Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Dover Elementary School part of?
South Dover Elementary School is part of Capital School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
🍂🍁 FALL BREAK! 🍁🍂
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
🌸🌷 SPRING BREAK! 🌷🌸
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
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