Serving 95 students in grades 6-12, Way Niles ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Way Niles's student population of 95 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Dynamic Learners. Diverse Opportunities. Driven to Succeed.
School Rankings
Way Niles ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Way Niles is 0.41, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2255 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Way Niles's ranking?
Way Niles is ranked #2255 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way Niles?
The graduation rate of Way Niles is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Way Niles?
95 students attend Way Niles.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Way Niles students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Way Niles offer ?
Way Niles offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Way Niles part of?
Way Niles is part of Niles Community Schools.
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