DOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Dover School District is an active, traditional public school system serving the community of Dover, Arkansas, nestled in a distant rural setting within the broader Russellville metropolitan region. Headquartered at 9371 Market Street, the district operates independently—outside of charter oversight or supervisory union structures—to manage three operational school facilities. Dover provides a comprehensive educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, ensuring continuity for children as they progress from early childhood education to high school graduation. Local families and researchers can explore district offerings through their official portal at doverschools.net or connect directly with administrative staff at (479) 331-2916.

The district supports a total student enrollment of 1,205 learners, maintaining a balanced student body of 588 female and 617 male students across all grade levels, capped by a graduating cohort of 110 high school seniors. Demographically, the student population comprises 1,098 White students, 45 Hispanic students, 43 students of two or more races, alongside representation from Black, American Indian, Asian, and Pacific Islander youth. To deliver quality instruction and holistic care within this rural context, the district maintains a substantial professional workforce composed of approximately 288 full-time equivalent teachers, 18 instructional aides, and nearly 210 dedicated support staff members.
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Total Schools
1,205
Total Students
288.3
Full-Time Teachers
4.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,098
Hispanic45
Black9
Asian3
Two or More43
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    1,098 (91.1%)
  • Hispanic
    45 (3.7%)
  • Two or More
    43 (3.6%)
  • Black
    9 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.4%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in DOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:1,205*
Teachers (FTE):288.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:4.2
Schools in DOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 3 Schools