Danville High School is a public high school serving the ninth through twelfth grades in Danville, Kentucky, United States. It is one of four schools and the only high school in the Danville School district. Its boundary includes most of Danville.
Serving 492 students in grades 9-12, Danville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Danville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Danville school district, covering approximately 12.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Danville High School's student population of 492 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Cultivate Potential. Empower Students. Inspire Excellence.
School Rankings
Danville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#642 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
17%
11%
White
53%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville High School's ranking?
Danville High School is ranked #642 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Danville High School often compared to?
Danville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyle County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Danville High School?
The graduation rate of Danville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Danville High School?
492 students attend Danville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Danville High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 14% 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 equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Danville High School offer ?
Danville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Danville High School part of?
Danville High School is part of Danville Independent School District.
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