Very Good
#835 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 22% in state
Dover Elementary
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
3035 NELSON AVE, Dover, FL 33527
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#835 of 3,778
In Dover
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#54 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Dover Elementary
Elementary School in Dover · grades Pre-K – 5th. 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 Dover, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Dover Elementary serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #835 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dover Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Dover Elementary — Students at Dover Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Dover Elementary Compares
See how Dover Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3035 NELSON AVE, Dover, FL 33527
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dover Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALRICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Valrico), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Plant City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WALDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Plant City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Dover | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| BAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| STRAWBERRY CREST HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Dover | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WALDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| TURKEY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
| COLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| TOMLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 4.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| VALRICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| SEFFNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.4 mi | 3.8 |
| BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner | 4.3 mi | 2.8 |
| LOPEZ EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Seffner | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY Plant City | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| IMPACT ACADEMY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,658
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
16,412
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. K. SUTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.8 |
| APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach, FL | 7.8 |
| BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 7.8 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bell, FL | 7.8 |
| CAMELOT ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.8 |
| CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dover Elementary
What grades does Dover Elementary serve?
Dover Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dover Elementary?
Dover Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary is 15.3:1. 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 FL?
Dover Elementary ranks #835 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dover Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% 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?
84.4% 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (813) 757-9457
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #54 of 286
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