For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,221 students in Dover, PA (there are , serving 69 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Dover, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Dover, PA are North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area High School and Dover Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Dover have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Dover, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Salem Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5161 N Salem Church Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8071
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8071
Grades: K-5
| 370 students
Rank: #22.
Dover Area High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4500 Intermediate Ave
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8066
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8066
Grades: 9-12
| 1,013 students
Rank: #33.
Dover Area Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 E Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8068
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8068
Grades: K-5
| 352 students
Rank: #44.
Weigelstown Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3205 Carlisle Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8072
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8072
Grades: K-5
| 329 students
Rank: #55.
Leib Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2925 Oakland Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #66.
Dover Area Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
46 W Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Grades: 6-8
| 773 students
Dover, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4500 Intermediate Ave
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dover, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Dover, PA include North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area High School and Dover Area Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dover?
6 public schools are located in Dover.
What percentage of students in Dover go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Dover are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Dover are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dover include: Leib Elementary School vs. Dover Area Elementary School
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