Best Schools in Danville, Iowa
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Danville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Danville Elementary School
Elementary · Danville Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Danville Junior-senior High School
High · Danville Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$186,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$186,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Danville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danville Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Danville Junior-senior High School | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $85,813
- Median home value
- $186,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Danville compares
Median household income
$86k
113% of Iowa median
About Schools in Danville, Iowa
Danville, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Danville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Danville is Danville Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Danville is served by 1 school district: Danville Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 682 students.
Danville's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,813. The poverty rate in the area is 7.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 377 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305 students · 7th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Danville
Danville, Iowa · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,813
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
1,914
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Community Profile
Danville has a median household income of $85,813. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $186,700, with a median rent of $843/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Iowa
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Danville, Iowa
How many schools are in Danville, Iowa?
Danville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Danville, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Danville is 7.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Danville, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Danville on MySchoolScout is Danville Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Danville, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Danville on MySchoolScout is Danville Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best high school in Danville, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Danville on MySchoolScout is Danville Junior-senior High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Danville, Iowa?
Danville is served by 1 school district: Danville Comm School District.
What is the education level in Danville, Iowa?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Danville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Danville, Iowa?
The median household income in Danville is approximately $85,813 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Danville, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Danville is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Danville, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.