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#5234 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dover Elementary
Elementary School · Fairfield-Suisun Unified
301 East Alaska Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,234 of 9,539
In Fairfield
#10 of 31
public schools
In district
#9 of 29
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Dover Elementary
Dover Elementary is a public elementary school in Fairfield, CA, part of Fairfield-Suisun Unified. Dover Elementary serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,234 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dover Elementary show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dover Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Dover Elementary runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
46% of students at Dover Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dover Elementary — Students at Dover Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Dover Elementary Compares
See how Dover Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 East Alaska Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dover Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sullivan Language Immersion Academy (rated 4.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Fairfield High Fairfield | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Sem Yeto Continuation High Fairfield | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Cleo Gordon Elementary Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Centurion Christian Classical School Fairfield | 0.5 mi | — |
| A+ homeschool Fairfield | 0.6 mi | — |
| Public Safety Academy Fairfield | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Sullivan Language Immersion Academy Fairfield | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Solano Christian Academy Fairfield | 0.8 mi | — |
| SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairfield | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Grange Middle Fairfield | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| H. Glenn Richardson Fairfield | 0.9 mi | — |
| Laurel Creek Elementary Fairfield | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fairfield | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Armijo High Fairfield | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Weir Preparatory Academy Fairfield | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| TATER TOTS CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN Fairfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| Matt Garcia Career and College Academy Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,990
Median Home Value
$497,300
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
78,537
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dover Elementary
What grades does Dover Elementary serve?
Dover Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dover Elementary?
Dover Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dover Elementary rank in CA?
Dover Elementary ranks #5,234 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dover Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dover Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dover Elementary has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Dover Elementary a charter school?
No, Dover Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dover Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dover Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dover Elementary?
82.7% of students at Dover Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (707) 435-3794
Resources & Links
District
Fairfield-Suisun Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,413
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,681
- District Rank
- #9 of 29
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