Dover Hill Elementary School serves 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Hill Elementary School's student population of 422 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dover Hill Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
71%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dover Hill Elementary School?
422 students attend Dover Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dover Hill Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Hill Elementary School?
Dover Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dover Hill Elementary School offer ?
Dover Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dover Hill Elementary School part of?
Dover Hill Elementary School is part of Joplin Schools School District.
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