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Dover High School

Public | 8-12 | 1524 students
 

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Posted June 28, 2010
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I am an alumnae of Dover High School. I attended during the years that the great Pat Lynn was principal. I have since moved on to attend a Top 50 college, and an Ivy League business school. In retrospect, Dover High School afforded me many opportunities that directly contributed to my success: * Dover's diverse student population, comprised myriad races, ethnicities and socio economic backgrounds, taught me to respect and communicate with all types of people. In my current position as a banker with clients throughout the U.S. and Europe, such communication skills are essential. * The sheer number of extracurricular activitis gave me many opportunities to develop and demonstrate my leadership capabilities. * Advanced placement courses allowed me to strengthen my academic resume for college. Dover is truly a great school and well deserving of its many awards.

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Posted October 6, 2009
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I was a proud social studies teacher at DHS for two years and had to leave due to my husband's PCS. I can honestly say that DHS is the reason I will continue to teach. The faculty are professional and supportive of new ways of teaching. My department chair encourages his teachers to think outside the box and challenge students on a different level. My fellow teachers were always willing to lend a hand or an ear if needed. My students were bright and even on the most difficult days I always considered myself lucky to have taught them. Every school has its own set of problems, but DHS is able to work the problem and find the best solution for the students and the staff.
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Posted September 24, 2009
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I just went to my daughters open house this evening. I always knew Dover High was a wonderful school but to hear the teachers say how proud they were to teach there shed a new light on my child's education. Teachers that just started there and that have been working there for many years all said they love their job, where they work and the challenging the students. The science teacher said she loves to see their faces light up when they figure out how and why something works. To hear how excited the teachers are about their job makes me feel confident my child is getting a good education to help her succeed in life.
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Posted June 30, 2008
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I have a daughter who absolutely loves DHS! She is an honor student who is aspiring to be an editorial journalist. She is actively involved in journalism, cross country, & student gov't association. The staff and administration have been extremely supportive in her endeavors and her teachers have challenged her in every aspect encouraging her to reach higher heights. She too, is thrilled to be taking the first of many AP courses that DHS has to offer. Having completed her first year successfully, I am indeed a pleased parent!
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Posted March 29, 2008
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My daughter is a freshman this year and loves DHS! She is looking forward to taking AP classes soon as Dover High excels in this area. She also loves the extracurricular activities offered. Most of the teachers she has are challenging and have pushed her beyond what she thought she could achieve. The school is clean and welcoming. A great place to be!
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Posted September 14, 2003
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Dover High School is the greatest high school in Delaware. I have a student that was able to join 6 extracurricular activities within the first month. She is also in band and Dover High has the best band on the east coast. They have won numerous competitions and take wonderful trips. Dover High also offers several AP course offerings. The principal is wonderful. I certainly encourage you to enroll here if you are considering. D-High! You know! GO Senators!
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Posted August 10, 2003
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Dover High is the best school in Delaware. The Principal is energetic and enthusiastic. He shows genuine interest in the well-being of the students as he is highly visible in the community. The teachers are great also. They provide many opportunities for our children to learn. The biggest criticism of Dover that I have is that there are too many political factions trying to take control of a little part of the school. This is very divisive. Administration and teachers do there best to be as inclusive as possible. That is the best thing about DHS, students and staffs ability to meet community expectations...Go Senators!!
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2009.

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The state average for Reading was 81% in 2009.

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The state average for Science was 59% in 2009.

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The state average for Social Studies was 55% in 2009.

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The state average for Writing was 78% in 2009.

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About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2009.

509 students were tested at this school in 2009.

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40%

2008

 
 
39%

2007

 
 
43%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2009.

502 students were tested at this school in 2009.

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61%

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64%

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63%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 79% in 2008.

450 students were tested at this school in 2008.

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76%

2007

 
 
71%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2009.

287 students were tested at this school in 2009.

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51%

2008

 
 
54%

2007

 
 
47%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2009.

271 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
62%

2008

 
 
67%

2007

 
 
67%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 84% in 2009.

283 students were tested at this school in 2009.

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75%

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81%

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59%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2009.

230 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
53%

2008

 
 
52%

2007

 
 
56%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 46% in 2009.

230 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
39%

2008

 
 
34%

2007

 
 
43%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Math

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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Delaware Department of Education. If there are fewer than 15 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Math

All Students40%
Female40%
Male40%
African American30%
Asian59%
Hispanic29%
White54%
Low socioeconomic status29%
Not economically disadvantaged53%
Title In/a
Special ed16%
Regular ed45%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English40%
Not migrant40%

Reading

All Students61%
Female67%
Male55%
African American54%
Asian76%
Hispanic55%
White70%
Low socioeconomic status52%
Not economically disadvantaged71%
Title In/a
Special ed30%
Regular ed67%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English62%
Not migrant61%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Delaware Department of Education. If there are fewer than 15 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Math

All Students51%
Female56%
Male46%
African American34%
Asiann/a
Hispanic44%
White71%
Low socioeconomic status38%
Not economically disadvantaged62%
Title In/a
Special ed14%
Regular ed58%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English51%
Not migrant51%

Reading

All Students62%
Female65%
Male59%
African American49%
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
White77%
Low socioeconomic status51%
Not economically disadvantaged72%
Title In/a
Special ed25%
Regular ed68%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English62%
Not migrant62%

Writing

All Students75%
Female83%
Male67%
African American65%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
White84%
Low socioeconomic status68%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Title In/a
Special ed32%
Regular ed84%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English75%
Not migrant75%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Delaware Department of Education. If there are fewer than 15 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Science

All Students53%
Female53%
Male55%
African American36%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White71%
Low socioeconomic status43%
Not economically disadvantaged61%
Title In/a
Special ed12%
Regular ed59%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English53%
Not migrant53%

Social Studies

All Students39%
Female38%
Male40%
African American22%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White57%
Low socioeconomic status23%
Not economically disadvantaged50%
Title In/a
Special ed12%
Regular ed42%
English language learners (ELL)n/a
Proficient in English38%
Not migrant39%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests

In 2008-2009 Delaware used the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP) to test students in reading and math in grades 2 through 10, in writing in grades 3 through 10, and in science and social studies in grades 4, 6, 8 and 11. The scores for social studies in grades 4 and 6 are not shown on GreatSchools profiles. The DSTP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Delaware. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Delaware Department of Education. If there are fewer than 15 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Delaware's state standards

Source: Delaware Department of Education

Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 52% 33%
White 38% 52%
Hispanic 5% 11%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 31%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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