Niles Central ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 60-79%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Niles Central's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Skokie, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 19.2 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (19-20)
26 students
Showing 2011–2020. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Clear Paths • Bright Futures • No Limits
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
38%
Asian
(19-20)4%
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)31%
27%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
(19-20)27%
16%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
(19-20)38%
48%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(17-18)60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
35%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Niles Central often compared to?
Niles Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Niles North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niles Central?
The graduation rate of Niles Central is 60-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Niles Central?
26 students attend Niles Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Niles Central students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Niles Central offer ?
Niles Central offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Niles Central part of?
Niles Central is part of Niles TWP HSD 219 School District.
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