Serving 483 students in grades 7-8, Dover Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
La fibre de DMS, c'est l'Humain, l'innovation, l'avenir
School Rankings
Dover Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1550 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
89%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
6%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Middle School's ranking?
Dover Middle School is ranked #1550 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dover Middle School often compared to?
Dover Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Middle School, Alfred C. Mackinnon Middle School, Rockaway Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dover Middle School?
483 students attend Dover Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dover Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dover Middle School?
Dover Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dover Middle School offer ?
Dover Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Middle School part of?
Dover Middle School is part of Dover Public School District.
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