Danville High School is a comprehensive public secondary school located in Danville, Arkansas, United States, for students in grades nine through twelve. Danville is the sole high school administered by the Danville School District.
Serving 118 students in grades 5-6, Danville Lower Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 44% (which was higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 51% (which was higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Danville Lower Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#246 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
44%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
48%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Little Johns
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danville Lower Middle School's ranking?
Danville Lower Middle School is ranked #246 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Danville Lower Middle School?
118 students attend Danville Lower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Danville Lower Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Danville Lower Middle School?
Danville Lower Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Danville Lower Middle School offer ?
Danville Lower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Danville Lower Middle School part of?
Danville Lower Middle School is part of Danville School District.
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