DANVILLE AREA SHS

Danville Area SHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Danville Area SD school district, located in Danville, PA with about 667 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, Danville Area SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Danville Area Senior High School, located at 733 Ironmen Lane in Danville, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Danville Area School District. The school is known for its strong emphasis on academic achievement and its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment for students in grades 9 through 12. As a central pillar of the local community, the institution balances a rigorous core curriculum with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and career-readiness programs, aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success.

Beyond its classroom offerings, the school takes pride in its identity as the home of the "Ironmen," reflecting a tradition of school spirit and community engagement. The facility provides a modern learning environment designed to facilitate both traditional instruction and collaborative, technology-integrated projects. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth and local heritage, Danville Area Senior High School strives to equip its graduates with the critical thinking skills and personal character necessary to navigate the challenges of higher education and the workforce.

For more information, contact Danville Area SHS at (570) 271-3268 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.