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Very Good

#499 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 28% in state

Dover Elementary

Elementary School · Stewart County

115 Dr. Robert H. Lee, Dover, TN 37058

Enrollment

493

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#499 of 1,786

In Dover

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Stewart County

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Dover Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in Dover · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stewart County Middle School

5.6/10

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5.0/10

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About Dover Elementary

Dover Elementary is a public elementary school in Dover, TN, part of Stewart County. Dover Elementary serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #499 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Dover Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Dover Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,224
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Dover Elementary — Students at Dover Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
38.7%
ELA
32.1%
2025
Math
52.8%
ELA
46.4%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Dover Elementary Compares

See how Dover Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Location

115 Dr. Robert H. Lee, Dover, TN 37058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dover Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodlawn Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), with a very similar rating. Another option is Waverly Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 27.6 miles away, in nearby Waverly), with a very similar rating. Additionally, East Calloway Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Murray), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stewart County Middle School Dover 2.2 mi 5.6
Stewart Co High School Dover 4.7 mi 5.0
North Stewart Elementary Big Rock 9.6 mi 5.6
Tennessee Ridge Elementary Tenn Ridge 12.5 mi 6.3
Houston Co Middle School Erin 14.0 mi 3.6
Houston Co High School Erin 14.4 mi 4.1
Erin Elementary Erin 15.6 mi 5.1
Houston County Virtual Academy Erin 15.7 mi
Big Sandy School Big Sandy 21.1 mi 7.2
Lakewood Elementary Buchanan 20.8 mi 6.6
Woodlawn Elementary Woodlawn 20.8 mi 7.6
Harbor Academy and Virtual School Cadiz 26.9 mi
Trigg County Primary School Cadiz 27.0 mi 6.2
Trigg County Intermediate School Cadiz 27.0 mi 3.8
Trigg County High School Cadiz 27.0 mi 5.4
Trigg County Middle School Cadiz 27.1 mi 5.3
South Christian Elementary School Herndon 24.3 mi 5.1
Waverly Central High School Waverly 27.6 mi 5.5
East Calloway Elementary School Murray 23.0 mi 7.4
Waverly Elementary Waverly 27.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,896

Median Home Value

$197,300

Median Rent

$744/mo

Population

7,369

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

49.2

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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 493 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dover Elementary is 15.9:1. 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 TN?

Dover Elementary ranks #499 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Dover Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dover Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Stewart County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

Stewart County
District Enrollment
1,999
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,224
District Rank
#1 of 4

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