Excellent
#23 of 219 schools in DE
Top 10% in state
Dover Air Force Base Middle School
Middle School · Caesar Rodney School District
3100 Hawthorne Drive, Dover, DE 19901
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Delaware schools
#23 of 219
In Dover
#2 of 19
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Caesar Rodney School District
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Dover Air Force Base Middle School
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About Dover Air Force Base Middle School
Dover Air Force Base Middle School is a public middle school in Dover, DE, part of Caesar Rodney School District. Dover Air Force Base Middle School serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Air Force Base Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 219 schools in DE.
Structured state assessment records for Dover Air Force Base Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- DE avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Dover Air Force Base Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Dover Air Force Base Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dover Air Force Base Middle School — Students at Dover Air Force Base Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores DE DESSA (2024-25)
Based on 89 test records from DE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Dover Air Force Base Middle School Compares
See how Dover Air Force Base Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3100 Hawthorne Drive, Dover, DE 19901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dover Air Force Base Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Magnolia Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Magnolia), with a comparable rating. Another option is Fred Fifer III Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Camden), a more accessible option. Additionally, F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Camden), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Major George S. Welch Elementary School Dover | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| John S. Charlton School Camden | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Allen Frear Elementary School Camden | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School Camden | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Magnolia Middle School Magnolia | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| David E. Robinson Elementary School Wyoming | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| East Dover Elementary School Dover | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| South Dover Elementary School Dover | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Dover | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| J. Ralph McIlvaine Early Childhood Center Magnolia | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Star Hill Elementary School Dover | 2.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Positive Outcomes Charter School Camden | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DOVER FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dover | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| W. Reily Brown Elementary School Dover | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Caesar Rodney High School Camden | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CAPITOL BAPTIST SCHOOL Dover | 3.1 mi | — |
| Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden | 3.3 mi | — |
| W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,891
Median Home Value
$258,400
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
39,149
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
32.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dover Air Force Base Middle School
What grades does Dover Air Force Base Middle School serve?
Dover Air Force Base Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dover Air Force Base Middle School?
Dover Air Force Base Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Air Force Base Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dover Air Force Base Middle School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dover Air Force Base Middle School rank in DE?
Dover Air Force Base Middle School ranks #23 of 219 schools in DE.
What is Dover Air Force Base Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dover Air Force Base Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Air Force Base Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dover Air Force Base Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dover Air Force Base Middle School a charter school?
No, Dover Air Force Base Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dover Air Force Base Middle School a Title I school?
No, Dover Air Force Base Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (302) 674-3284
Resources & Links
District
Caesar Rodney School District- District Enrollment
- 8,259
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,253
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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