Serving 406 students in grades 4-5, Dover Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Avenue Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dover Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Avenue Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#911 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Avenue Elementary School is ranked #911 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dover Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Dover Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dover Avenue Elementary School?
406 students attend Dover Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dover Avenue Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dover Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Dover Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Dover Avenue Elementary School part of?
Dover Avenue Elementary School is part of Dover City School District.
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