Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dover Shores Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dover Shores Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dover Shores Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Shores Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Shores Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Shores Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dover Shores Elementary School often compared to?
Dover Shores Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah Elementary School, Lake George Elementary School, Conway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dover Shores Elementary School?
385 students attend Dover Shores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dover Shores Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dover Shores Elementary School?
Dover Shores Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dover Shores Elementary School offer ?
Dover Shores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Shores Elementary School part of?
Dover Shores Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Dover Shores Elementary School located?
Dover Shores Elementary School is located in the Dover Shores East neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Dover Shores East.
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