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The Hughes Center
High School
1601 FRANKLIN TPKE, Danville, VA 24540
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Hughes Center
High School in Danville · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Hughes Center
The Hughes Center is a private high school in Danville, VA. The Hughes Center serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, The Hughes Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, The Hughes Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Hughes Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Hughes Center compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Danville, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Hughes Center (this school) | — |
| Westwood Middle | 4.2 |
| O. Trent Bonner Middle | 4.8 |
| R.I.S.E Academy at the John M. Langston Campus | 3.7 |
| George Washington High | 4.8 |
| Galileo Magnet High | 9.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Address
- 1601 FRANKLIN TPKE, Danville, VA 24540
- Phone
- (434) 836-8500
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1601 FRANKLIN TPKE, Danville, VA 24540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Hughes Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Galileo Magnet High (rated 9.5/10, 4.3 miles away). Another option is George Washington High (rated 4.8/10, 4.1 miles away). Additionally, R.I.S.E Academy at the John M. Langston Campus (rated 3.7/10, 3.4 miles away). For more schools in Danville, see our Danville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| G.L.H. Johnson Elementary Danville | 2.0 mi | 2.0 |
| The Northside Preschool Danville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BUILDING BLOCKS CENTER FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM Danville | 2.2 mi | — |
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - DAN RIVER Danville | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Woodberry Hills Elementary Danville | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Westwood Middle Danville | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Twin Springs Elementary Danville | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| O. Trent Bonner Middle Danville | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| R.I.S.E Academy at the John M. Langston Campus Danville | 3.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Southside Elementary Blairs | 3.4 mi | 9.2 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danville | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| George Washington High Danville | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Galileo Magnet High Danville | 4.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Forest Hills Elementary Danville | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Danville | 4.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Edwin A. Gibson Elementary Danville | 5.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Grove Park Preschool Danville | 5.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Schoolfield Elementary Danville | 5.6 mi | 3.9 |
| WESTOVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,207
Median Home Value
$146,100
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
31,491
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
61.3%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
44.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Hughes Center
What grades does The Hughes Center serve?
The Hughes Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Hughes Center?
The Hughes Center has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hughes Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Hughes Center is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Hughes Center a private school?
Yes, The Hughes Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Hughes Center a religious school?
No, The Hughes Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 94% M / 6% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Pittsylvania County
- Phone
- (434) 836-8500
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