Best Schools in Dover, New Jersey
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Dover by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dennis B O'brien Elementary School
Elementary · Rockaway Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dover Middle School
Middle · Dover Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dover High School
High · Dover Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Dover for 2026 are Dennis B O'brien Elementary School (7.9/10), Dover Middle School (6.3/10), and Dover High School (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$369,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$369,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dover
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dennis B O'brien Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Dover Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Dover High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | East Dover Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Birchwood Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 6 | North Dover Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Academy Street Elementary School | 3.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $78,053
- Median home value
- $369,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 48%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dover compares
New Jersey rank
#316 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.1
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$78k
66% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Dover, New Jersey
Dover, New Jersey is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Dover show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Dover is Dennis B O'brien Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dover is served by 2 school districts: Dover Public School District, Rockaway Township School District. These districts collectively serve 6,021 students.
Dover's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,053. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 295 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 443 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 294 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
| 4 | 612 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.3 |
| 5 | 548 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 483 students · 7th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,176 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Dover
Dover, New Jersey · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,053
Median Home Value
$369,400
Median Rent
$1,747/mo
Population
26,725
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Dover has a median household income of $78,053. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $369,400, with a median rent of $1,747/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Dover, New Jersey
How many schools are in Dover, New Jersey?
Dover has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dover, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dover is 5.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Dover, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Dover on MySchoolScout is Dennis B O'brien Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dover, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dover on MySchoolScout is Dennis B O'brien Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Dover, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Dover on MySchoolScout is Dover Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Dover, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Dover on MySchoolScout is Dover High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Dover, New Jersey?
Dover is served by 2 school districts: Dover Public School District, Rockaway Township School District.
What is the education level in Dover, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Dover have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dover, New Jersey?
The median household income in Dover is approximately $78,053 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dover, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dover is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dover, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.