For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,454 students in Dover, NH.
The top-ranked public high schools in Dover, NH are Dover Senior High School and Cocheco For The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dover, NH public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Hampshire public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 61% statewide average). High schools in Dover have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public high schools.
Dover, NH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New Hampshire average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dover Senior High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Hampshire or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public high school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Dover, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dover Senior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25 Alumni Dr.
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 516-6900
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 516-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,418 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Cocheco For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Hampshire Cir
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0700
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0700
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Dover, NH?
The top-ranked public high schools in Dover, NH include Dover Senior High School and Cocheco For The Arts.
How many public high schools are located in Dover?
2 public high schools are located in Dover.
What is the racial composition of students in Dover?
Dover public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public high schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
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