Needs Improvement
#9254 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dover Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
1870 19th St., San Pablo, CA 94806
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,254 of 9,539
In San Pablo
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#46 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
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Dover Elementary
Elementary School in San Pablo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dover Elementary
Dover Elementary is a public elementary school in San Pablo, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Dover Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,254 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dover Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dover Elementary runs 24.2:1 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.
47% 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 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Dover Elementary Compares
See how Dover Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1870 19th St., San Pablo, CA 94806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dover Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward M. Downer Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Verde Elementary (rated 4.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Pablo, see our San Pablo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Richmond High Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 0.4 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lake Elementary San Pablo | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Verde Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Middle College High San Pablo | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Peres Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Riverside Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Highland Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 1.8 mi | 1.9 |
| Leadership Public Schools: Richmond Oakland | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,818
Median Home Value
$582,000
Median Rent
$2,013/mo
Population
61,749
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dover Elementary
What grades does Dover Elementary serve?
Dover Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Dover Elementary?
Dover Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary is 24.2:1. 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 #9,254 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dover Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
82.9% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.2%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1420
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #46 of 52
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