Very Good
#1168 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 31% in state
Dover Shores Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
1200 GASTON FOSTER RD, Orlando, FL 32812
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,168 of 3,778
In Orlando
#47 of 192
public schools
In district
#71 of 258
ORANGE
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Dover Shores Elementary
Dover Shores Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Dover Shores Elementary serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Shores Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,168 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dover Shores Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Dover Shores 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 Shores Elementary — Students at Dover Shores Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
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: 7.4/10.
How Dover Shores Elementary Compares
See how Dover Shores 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
1200 GASTON FOSTER RD, Orlando, FL 32812
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dover Shores Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE COMO SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CONWAY ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEST MEMORIES ACADEMY Orlando | 0.3 mi | — |
| PASSPORT CHARTER Orlando | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY Orlando | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| UCP DOWNTOWN CHARTER Orlando | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| BETA Orlando | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY CHARTER Miami | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ACCELERATION EAST Orlando | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ORLANDO CHRISTIAN PREP Orlando | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| TDR LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY OF CENTRAL FL Orlando | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ENGELWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE MIDDLE Orlando | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| AZALEA PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Orlando | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKE COMO SCHOOL Orlando | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CONWAY MIDDLE Orlando | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| LITTLE STEPS ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTRAL FLORIDA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32812 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,245
Median Home Value
$342,800
Median Rent
$1,561/mo
Population
34,454
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 7.3 |
| EGLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eglin Afb, FL | 7.3 |
| GRATIGNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.3 |
| IVEY LANE ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 7.3 |
| PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dover Shores Elementary
What grades does Dover Shores Elementary serve?
Dover Shores Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dover Shores Elementary?
Dover Shores Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Shores Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dover Shores Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dover Shores Elementary rank in FL?
Dover Shores Elementary ranks #1,168 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dover Shores Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dover Shores Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Shores Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dover Shores Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dover Shores Elementary a charter school?
No, Dover Shores Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dover Shores Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dover Shores Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dover Shores Elementary?
67.0% of students at Dover Shores 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
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (407) 249-6330
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #71 of 258
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