Best Public Schools in Dover, MA


Summary:

The city of Dover, Massachusetts is home to three exceptional schools that consistently rank among the top in the state: Dover-Sherborn Regional High, Chickering Elementary, and Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School. These schools, part of the Dover-Sherborn and Dover districts, serve a combined enrollment of 1,653 students and are known for their exceptional academic performance, high graduation rates, and strong resource allocation.

The standout school in the area is Dover-Sherborn Regional High, which ranks 8th out of 348 high schools in Massachusetts and earns a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. This high school boasts impressive academic achievements, with over 85% of 10th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, Math, and Science on the MCAS Next Generation assessments. Additionally, the school maintains an exceptionally high 4-year graduation rate of 98.7% and a 0% dropout rate.

The schools in the Dover-Sherborn district demonstrate a strong commitment to educational quality, with all three institutions performing well above the state averages in academic assessments. The district's investment in its schools is evident in the higher-than-average spending per student, ranging from $20,711 to $21,791, as well as the relatively low student-teacher ratios, which range from 10.2 to 12.4 students per teacher. These factors contribute to the schools' ability to consistently maintain their high rankings and ratings, providing students with an exceptional learning environment and opportunities for academic success.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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