For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 497 students in Dover, MA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Dover, MA is Chickering. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, MA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Dover have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Dover, MA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chickering
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29 Cross Street
Dover, MA 02030
(508) 785-0480
Dover, MA 02030
(508) 785-0480
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dover, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dover, MA include Chickering.
How many public preschools are located in Dover?
1 public preschools are located in Dover.
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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