Summary:
The Dover Union Free School District consists of 4 schools serving grades K-12, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch across all schools.
Dover High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 97.3% and a lower than district average dropout rate of 1.7%. However, the district's elementary schools, Dover Elementary School and Wingdale Elementary School, lag behind the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Math proficiency. In contrast, Dover Middle School outperforms the district and state in English Language Arts, though it underperforms in Math, especially in grade 8.
The district's schools have a diverse student population, with a significant Hispanic/Latino representation ranging from 34% to 44%. Spending per student varies, with Dover High School at $17,263 and Dover Middle School at the highest at $20,073. The data suggests that the district faces significant academic performance disparities and socioeconomic challenges, which may require targeted interventions and additional resources to address the needs of the student population and improve overall educational outcomes.
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