Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Danville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Danville Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Danville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville Elementary School's ranking?
Danville Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Danville Elementary School often compared to?
Danville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Madison Middle School, Mediapolis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Danville Elementary School?
377 students attend Danville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Danville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Danville Elementary School?
Danville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Danville Elementary School offer ?
Danville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Danville Elementary School part of?
Danville Elementary School is part of Danville Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
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