6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Danville, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.7/10
Median household income: $85,813
Median home value: $186,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 29%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

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 6.7 out of 10, schools in Danville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Danville is Danville Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Danville Elementary School 377 students · Pre-K–6th	377	Pre-K–6th	8.0

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Danville Junior-Senior High School 305 students · 7th–12th	305	7th–12th	5.4

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.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10

Resources

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School District

Danville Comm School District

2 schools · 682 students

Nearby Cities

New London (2 schools)

6 mi

West Burlington (2 schools)

9 mi

Burlington (10 schools)

11 mi

West Point (2 schools)

12 mi

Mediapolis (3 schools)

13 mi

Fort Madison (5 schools)

16 mi

Morning Sun (1 school)

17 mi

Mount Pleasant (6 schools)

14 mi

Winfield (2 schools)

19 mi

Mt. Pleasant (1 school)

16 mi

Wapello (3 schools)

23 mi

Donnellson (3 schools)

22 mi

Columbus Junction (3 schools)

28 mi

Crawfordsville (1 school)

27 mi

Keosauqua (1 school)

23 mi

Other Major Cities in Iowa

Top metros statewide by school count.

Des Moines 77 schools Cedar Rapids 52 schools Sioux City 29 schools Davenport 28 schools Dubuque 23 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 8.0/10.

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 8.0/10.

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 5.4/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.