📍 Zip Code 19901 · Dover, DE

School District for Zip Code 19901

Capital School District · 5/10 Rating · Suburban District

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School District · Dover, DE
Capital School District
📍 Kent County, DE · Zip Code 19901
5/10
Rating
8,500
Students
12
Schools
15:1
Student/Teacher
Average Delaware state capital district. Per-pupil spending: $14,000/year.

Assigned Schools for Zip 19901

Based on NCES 2024 district boundary data · Always verify with district
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Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary School · Grades K-5
👥 ~708 students
Academic Rating6/10 — Good
6
Rating
Good
📚
Dover Junior High School
Middle School · Grades 6-8
👥 ~1,416 students
Academic Rating4/10 — Average
4
Rating
Average
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Dover High School
High School · Grades 9-12
👥 ~2,124 students
Academic Rating5/10 — Average
5
Rating
Average
MetricValuevs National Avg
Student Enrollment8,500National avg: 3,700
Number of Schools12National avg: 6
Student/Teacher Ratio15:1National avg: 16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,000/yrNational avg: $13,700
District TypeSuburbanUrban / Suburban / Rural
Overall Rating5/10 — AverageBased on state assessments
📌 Always verify: Contact Capital School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment before making enrollment or real estate decisions. Boundaries change and open enrollment may be available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What school district is zip code 19901?▼
Zip code 19901 is served by Capital School District in Dover, DE (Kent County). The district serves approximately 8,500 students across 12 schools and has an overall rating of 5/10 (Average).
What schools are in zip code 19901?▼
Zip code 19901 is served by Capital School District. The assigned elementary school is Lincoln Elementary School (Grades K-5, rating 6/10), middle school is Dover Junior High School (Grades 6-8, rating 4/10), and high school is Dover High School (Grades 9-12, rating 5/10).
Is Capital School District a good school district?▼
Capital School District has an overall rating of 5/10 (Average). Delaware state capital district. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and spends approximately $14,000 per pupil annually.
How do I verify my school assignment for zip code 19901?▼
Contact Capital School District directly to confirm your specific school assignment. While our data is based on NCES 2024 records, school boundaries can change and some districts have open enrollment policies. Always verify before making enrollment or real estate decisions.

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About Capital School District
Capital School District serves zip code 19901 and surrounding areas in Kent County, DE. The district operates 12 schools with a total enrollment of approximately 8,500 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and per-pupil spending of $14,000/year, Capital School District receives an overall academic rating of 5/10 (Average) based on state assessment data, graduation rates, and other publicly available metrics from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). This district performs at or near the state average.