Niles Virtual School serves 18 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in MI)
- Attendance Zone: The Niles Extended School Community serves the entire district of Niles, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 71.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niles Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Niles Virtual School's student population of 18 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Niles Virtual School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Niles Virtual School?
18 students attend Niles Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Niles Virtual School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niles Virtual School?
Niles Virtual School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Niles Virtual School offer ?
Niles Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niles Virtual School part of?
Niles Virtual School is part of Niles Community Schools.
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