For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 324 students in Dover, NH.
The top ranked public charter schools in Dover, NH are Seacoast Charter School and Cocheco For The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, NH public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Hampshire public charter school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). Charter schools in Dover have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public charter school average of 21% (majority Asian).
Best Public Charter Schools in Dover, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seacoast Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
171 Watson Road
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 842-5764
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 842-5764
Grades: PK-8
| 288 students
Rank: #22.
Cocheco For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Hampshire Cir
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0700
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 36 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Dover, NH?
The top ranked public charter schools in Dover, NH include Seacoast Charter School and Cocheco For The Arts.
How many public charter schools are located in Dover?
2 public charter schools are located in Dover.
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public charter schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public charter schools average of 21% (majority Asian).
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