Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Niles Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niles Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Niles Preparatory Academy's student population of 164 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Niles Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niles Preparatory Academy is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#930 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
32%
17%
White
59%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niles Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Niles Preparatory Academy is ranked #930 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Niles Preparatory Academy?
164 students attend Niles Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Niles Preparatory Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niles Preparatory Academy?
Niles Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Niles Preparatory Academy offer ?
Niles Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Niles Preparatory Academy part of?
Niles Preparatory Academy is part of Niles Preparatory Academy School District.
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