For the 2025-26 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools in Dover, NH (2025-26)
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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