DOVER HIGH SCHOOL
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the DOVER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in DOVER PLAINS, NY with about 440 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 25 teachers, DOVER HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL is a public secondary institution located in Dover Plains, New York, serving as the primary high school for the Dover Union Free School District. Situated in the scenic Hudson Valley, the school functions as a community hub that emphasizes both academic development and extracurricular engagement. The district maintains a focus on providing a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue diverse educational pathways, ranging from college-preparatory coursework to various enrichment programs designed to foster student success.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, DOVER HIGH SCHOOL offers a range of student activities, including interscholastic athletics, arts programs, and various clubs that promote school spirit and social development. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining strong communication between faculty, students, and families, the school aims to prepare its graduates for the demands of higher education and the modern workforce. As part of a smaller school district, DOVER HIGH SCHOOL prides itself on its close-knit community atmosphere, which allows for more personalized attention and a collaborative learning experience.
For more information, contact DOVER HIGH SCHOOL at (845) 877-5750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DOVER PLAINS, NY 12522
(845) 877-5750
http://www.doverschools.org
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in DOVER PLAINS, NY with about 440 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DOVER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 440
- Teachers:
- 25.01
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 440 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DOVER HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.
- White
- 70.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.5%
- Black or African American
- 6.4%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Two or more races
- 1.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 44.5%
- Male
- 55.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.