Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Dover High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dover High School's student population of 400 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 123% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dover High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
92%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover High School's ranking?
Dover High School is ranked #469 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Dover High School often compared to?
Dover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkins High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dover High School?
The graduation rate of Dover High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dover High School?
400 students attend Dover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dover High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dover High School?
Dover High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dover High School offer ?
Dover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover High School part of?
Dover High School is part of Dover School District.
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