6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Danville, Illinois

13 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 9

Private: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Estimated Scores: 31%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $63,083
Median home value: $120,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 18 min
Owner-occupied homes: 73%

How Danville compares

Illinois rank

#201 of 444

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.0

below Illinois avg (6.3)

Median household income

$63k

77% of Illinois median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Danville, Illinois

Danville, Illinois is home to 13 schools, including 9 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.3 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 Trinity Lutheran School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Danville is served by 1 school district: Danville CCSD 118. These districts collectively serve 4,766 students.

Danville's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,083. The poverty rate in the area is 17.6%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (13) Elementary (7) Middle (2) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (13) Public (9) Private (4)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (13) Academics (13) Growth (9) Resources (9)

Filter by ZIP: 61832 (11) 61834 (2)

Elementary Schools

7 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Edison Elem School 254 students · Pre-K–4th	254	Pre-K–4th	7.6
2	Meade Park Elem School 312 students · Kindergarten–4th	312	Kindergarten–4th	7.4
3	Northeast Elem Magnet School 328 students · Kindergarten–6th	328	Kindergarten–6th	7.0
4	Liberty Elem School 361 students · Kindergarten–4th	361	Kindergarten–4th	5.6
5	Mark Denman Elementary School 583 students · Kindergarten–4th	583	Kindergarten–4th	5.2
6	Southwest Elem School 382 students · Pre-K–4th	382	Pre-K–4th	4.3
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 40 students · Kindergarten–8th	40	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Ridge Middle School 697 students · 7th–8th	697	7th–8th	7.3
2	South View Upper Elem School 635 students · 5th–6th	635	5th–6th	7.0

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Danville High School 1,214 students · 9th–12th	1,214	9th–12th	5.3

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Private 320 students · Pre-K–12th	320	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 166 students · Pre-K–12th	166	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
3	SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Private 308 students · Pre-K–12th	308	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Danville

Danville, Illinois · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$63,083

Median Home Value

$120,200

Median Rent

$829/mo

Population

40,599

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Community Profile

Danville has a median household income of $63,083. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $120,200, with a median rent of $829/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Illinois
Total Schools: 13
Elementary: 7
Middle: 2
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Resources

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School District

Danville CCSD 118

11 schools · 4,766 students

Nearby Cities

Westville (3 schools)

Georgetown (4 schools)

Rossville (2 schools)

17 mi

Sidell (2 schools)

16 mi

Armstrong (2 schools)

18 mi

Hoopeston (4 schools)

Other Major Cities in Illinois

Top metros statewide by school count.

Chicago 850 schools Aurora 62 schools Rockford 61 schools Naperville 58 schools Peoria 53 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, Illinois

How many schools are in Danville, Illinois?

Danville has 13 schools, including 9 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Danville, Illinois?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Danville is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Danville, Illinois?

The top-ranked school in Danville on MySchoolScout is Trinity Lutheran School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Danville, Illinois?

The top-ranked elementary school in Danville on MySchoolScout is Trinity Lutheran School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Danville, Illinois?

The top-ranked middle school in Danville on MySchoolScout is North Ridge Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Danville, Illinois?

The top-ranked high school in Danville on MySchoolScout is Danville High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Danville, Illinois?

Danville is served by 1 school district: Danville Ccsd 118.

What is the education level in Danville, Illinois?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Danville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Danville, Illinois?

The median household income in Danville is approximately $63,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Danville, Illinois?

Yes, Danville has 4 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Trinity Lutheran School with a score of 7.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Danville, Illinois?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Danville is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Danville, Illinois?

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.