Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, South Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dover, OH school district, covering approximately 35.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Dover Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
422 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Dover City School District.
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