Serving 362 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Danville Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Danville, IA, encompassing approximately 80.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles.
- 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 362 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Danville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 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 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville Elementary School's ranking?
Danville Elementary School is ranked #440 out of 1,223 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 Mediapolis Elementary School, West Burlington Elementary School, Black Hawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
362 students attend Danville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Danville Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Danville Elementary School part of?
Danville Elementary School is part of Danville Comm School District.
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