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Academy Of Dover Charter School

104 Saulsbury Road, Dover, DE, 19904

About Academy Of Dover Charter School

Academy of Dover Charter School is a charter school in Dover, Delaware, a small city, that serves students in grades K–8. The school has about 415 students, and the student-to-teacher ratio is 15:1, which is the same as the district average. There are 27 full-time equivalent teachers who teach, and one full-time school counselor who helps them. There are an equal number of male and female students, and the student body is very diverse, with most students identifying as minorities. According to new data, 19% of students are proficient or above in math, and 27% are proficient or above in reading/ELA. The school has a wide range of K–8 classes and offers extra activities in art, music, physical education, and foreign language, showing that it is dedicated to providing a well-rounded education. Academy of Dover Charter School is not doing as well academically as the state average right now, but it has a diverse, welcoming environment and helpful staff that help students grow and get involved in the community.

Academy Of Dover Charter School Contact Information

Address

104 Saulsbury Road, Dover, DE, 19904

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Phone

(302) 674-0684

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 19%
Reading 27%
State average proficiency is 19% in Math and 27% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
415
Total Students
$67814
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 69 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Academy Of Dover Charter School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM to 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 14.22%
Asian 0.24%
Hispanic 13.49%
Black 67.47%
Two+ Races 4.34%
Native Am. 0.24%
White
14.22%
Asian
0.24%
Hispanic
13.49%
Black
67.47%
Two+ Races
4.34%
Native Am.
0.24%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 415
49.88%
207 Female
50.12%
208 Male

Student Population

415 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

415 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The state's new literacy and Opportunity-Funding programs have given the Academy of Dover Charter School a lot more help lately. The Delaware Department of Education's 2025 initiative helped the school get more money. This will improve reading instruction and give extra help to students who need it, especially those who are just starting to learn to read.

FAQ

Q1. What grades does the school teach?

Ans. It serves elementary school students and offers both core academic subjects and enrichment.

Q2. Is there a dress code at the school?

Ans. Yes, students must follow a uniform policy that is well-organized.

Q3. Are there any activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, the school has clubs, arts, and activities that change with the seasons.

Q4. How can parents keep up with things?

Ans. Families get news through newsletters and other school communication channels.

Q5. Does the school help kids with special needs?

Ans. Yes, there are personalized services available based on what each student needs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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