Serving 1,321 students in grades 9-12, Danville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Danville High School's student population of 1,321 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Danville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3098 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
43%
17%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)75%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville High School's ranking?
Danville High School is ranked #3098 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Danville High School often compared to?
Danville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Danville High School?
The graduation rate of Danville High School is 75%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Danville High School?
1,321 students attend Danville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Danville High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Danville High School?
Danville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Danville High School offer ?
Danville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Danville High School part of?
Danville High School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - One Hour Early Dismissal
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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