Danville High School is a public high school located in Danville, Illinois, United States. It is part of Danville District 118, which also includes two middle schools and eight elementary schools.
Serving 1,253 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 62% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Danville High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Danville, IL, encompassing approximately 47.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Danville High School's student population of 1,253 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Danville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3136 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
42%
16%
White
35%
45%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
62%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Odin
Source: 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 #3136 out of 3,542 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, Westville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Danville High School?
The graduation rate of Danville High School is 62%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Danville High School?
1,253 students attend Danville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Danville High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 13:1.
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.
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