For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,676 students in Dover, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 207 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Dover, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Dover, OH are Dover Avenue Elementary School, East Elementary School and Dover Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Dover have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dover, OH (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dover Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 W 13th St
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7117
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7117
Grades: 4-5
| 406 students
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
325 Betscher Ave
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7114
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7114
Grades: 2-3
| 375 students
Rank: #33.
Dover Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2131 N Wooster Ave
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7121
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7121
Grades: 6-8
| 581 students
Rank: #44.
South Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
280 E Shafer Ave
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7111
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7111
Grades: PK-1
| 455 students
Rank: #55.
Dover High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 N Walnut St
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7148
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 364-7148
Grades: 9-12
| 859 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dover, OH?
The top ranked public schools in Dover, OH include Dover Avenue Elementary School, East Elementary School and Dover Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Dover?
5 public schools are located in Dover.
What percentage of students in Dover go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Dover are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Dover are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dover include: South Elementary School vs. East Elementary School, East Elementary School vs. South Elementary School, East Elementary School vs. Dover Avenue Elementary School
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