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Danville High School
High School · Danville CCSD 118
202 E Fairchild St, Danville, IL 61832
Enrollment
1,214
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,214
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,827 of 3,813
In Danville
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Danville CCSD 118
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Danville High School
Danville High School is a public high school in Danville, IL, part of Danville CCSD 118. Danville High School serves approximately 1,214 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Danville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,827 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Danville High School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Danville High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
46% of students at Danville High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Danville High School — Students at Danville High School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Danville High School Compares
See how Danville High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
202 E Fairchild St, Danville, IL 61832
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Danville High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salt Fork High School (rated 6.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Catlin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coop HS 1 (rated 5.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Bismarck), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westville High School (rated 4.7/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Westville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Danville, see our Danville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danville | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| North Ridge Middle School Danville | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danville | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Mark Denman Elementary School Danville | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Edison Elem School Danville | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Northeast Elem Magnet School Danville | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| South View Upper Elem School Danville | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Liberty Elem School Danville | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Meade Park Elem School Danville | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Southwest Elem School Danville | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Westville High School Westville | 6.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Westville Jr High School Westville | 6.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Judith Giacoma Elem School Westville | 6.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Salt Fork North Elementary School Catlin | 6.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Salt Fork High School Catlin | 6.6 mi | 6.7 |
| B H R A Cooperative HS Bismarck | 8.7 mi | — |
| Bismarck-Henning Jr High School Bismarck | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Coop HS 1 Bismarck | 8.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,264
Median Home Value
$78,400
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
32,302
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Median Age
39.2
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|---|---|
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| ST VIATOR HIGH SCHOOL Arlington Heights, IL | 5.1 |
| Simeon Career Academy High School Chicago, IL | 5.1 |
| NOTRE DAME COLLEGE PREP Niles, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Danville High School
What grades does Danville High School serve?
Danville High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Danville High School?
Danville High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Danville High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Danville High School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Danville High School rank in IL?
Danville High School ranks #2,827 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Danville High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Danville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Danville High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Danville High School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Danville High School a charter school?
No, Danville High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Danville High School a Title I school?
No, Danville High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Danville High School?
77.3% of students at Danville High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Vermilion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (217) 444-1504
Resources & Links
District
Danville CCSD 118- District Enrollment
- 4,766
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,893
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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