Dover High School in Dover, Arkansas, has a total enrollment of 400 students and a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, which is significantly lower than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 20%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Dover School District average of 44%, reflecting a consistent pattern of below–average math performance.
Reading proficiency ranges between 45% and 49%, placing the school above the state average of 40% but below the district average of 51%.
The graduation rate is between 85% and 89%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 88% and slightly below the district average.
Minority enrollment is 8%, with 125 students eligible for free lunch and 65 for reduced–price lunch; eligibility for free lunch decreased from 40% in recent years to 33% in 2023, indicating a moderate shift in socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (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
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Dover High School's student population of 400 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dover High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 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
#554 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Piracy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover High School's ranking?
Dover High School is ranked #554 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dover High School part of?
Dover High School is part of Dover School District.
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