Niles Virtual School serves 14 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 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in MI)
- 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
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Niles Virtual School's student population of 14 students has grown by 1300% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Niles Virtual School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Niles Virtual School?
14 students attend Niles Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Niles Virtual School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niles Virtual School?
Niles Virtual School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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