Serving 613 students in grades 6-8, Dover Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Middle School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1146 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
78%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Middle School's ranking?
Dover Middle School is ranked #1146 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dover Middle School often compared to?
Dover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Welty Middle School, Newcomerstown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dover Middle School?
613 students attend Dover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dover Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dover Middle School?
Dover Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dover Middle School offer ?
Dover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Middle School part of?
Dover Middle School is part of Dover City School District.
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