Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Danville Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Danville Area MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Danville, PA, covering approximately 125.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.4 miles and the furthest edge located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Danville Area Middle School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Forging strong connections that nurture the whole student and empower them to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Danville Area Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville Area Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville Area Middle School's ranking?
Danville Area Middle School is ranked #853 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Danville Area Middle School often compared to?
Danville Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danville Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Danville Area Middle School?
518 students attend Danville Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Danville Area Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Danville Area Middle School?
Danville Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Danville Area Middle School offer ?
Danville Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Danville Area Middle School part of?
Danville Area Middle School is part of Danville Area School District.
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