Serving 118 students in grades 5-6, Danville Lower Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Danville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Danville, AR school district, encompassing approximately 147.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danville Lower Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Danville Lower Middle School's student population of 118 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
118 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Danville Lower Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville Lower Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Little Johns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville Lower Middle School's ranking?
Danville Lower Middle School is ranked #323 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Danville Lower Middle School?
118 students attend Danville Lower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Danville Lower Middle School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Danville Lower Middle School?
Danville Lower Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Danville Lower Middle School offer ?
Danville Lower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Danville Lower Middle School part of?
Danville Lower Middle School is part of Danville School District.
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