Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Niles Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Niles Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Niles, OH, covering approximately 8.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niles Middle School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niles Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niles Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2205 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
75%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niles Middle School's ranking?
Niles Middle School is ranked #2205 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Niles Middle School often compared to?
Niles Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niles Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Niles Middle School?
440 students attend Niles Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Niles Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niles Middle School?
Niles Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Niles Middle School offer ?
Niles Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niles Middle School part of?
Niles Middle School is part of Niles City School District.
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