Serving 497 students in grades 9-12, Danville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Danville High School's student population of 497 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Danville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danville High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#543 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
18%
11%
White
53%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville High School's ranking?
Danville High School is ranked #543 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Danville High School often compared to?
Danville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyle County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Danville High School?
The graduation rate of Danville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Danville High School?
497 students attend Danville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Danville High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Danville High School?
Danville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Danville High School offer ?
Danville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Danville High School part of?
Danville High School is part of Danville Independent School District.
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