Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Dover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Dover Elementary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
West Dover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Dover Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1261 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
57%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Dover Elementary School's ranking?
West Dover Elementary School is ranked #1261 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Dover Elementary School often compared to?
West Dover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hooper Avenue Elementary School, Adelphia Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Dover Elementary School?
387 students attend West Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Dover Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Dover Elementary School?
West Dover Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Dover Elementary School offer ?
West Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Dover Elementary School part of?
West Dover Elementary School is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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