Dover Area High School is a midsized, suburban public high school located at 4500 Intermediate Avenue in Dover, Pennsylvania. In 2014, enrollment was reported as 1,009 pupils in 9th through 12th grades.
Serving 1,013 students in grades 9-12, Dover Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dover Area High School's student population of 1,013 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Dover Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Area High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Area High School's ranking?
Dover Area High School is ranked #899 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dover Area High School often compared to?
Dover Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallastown Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dover Area High School?
The graduation rate of Dover Area High School is 88%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dover Area High School?
1,013 students attend Dover Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dover Area High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dover Area High School?
Dover Area High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dover Area High School offer ?
Dover Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dover Area High School part of?
Dover Area High School is part of Dover Area School District.
School Reviews
5 8/16/2010
Their academics and availability of music, art, sports, ect are GREAT! I love this school. The gym and library is nice and the pool is awesome (at the intermediate shcool). Academic and athletic award are great and include honor roll, distinguished honor roll, and various sports awards!
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