Serving 827 students in grades 9-12, Niles Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niles Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Niles Senior High School's student population of 827 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Niles Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niles Senior High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1247 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niles Senior High School's ranking?
Niles Senior High School is ranked #1247 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Niles Senior High School often compared to?
Niles Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandywine Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niles Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Niles Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Niles Senior High School?
827 students attend Niles Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Niles Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niles Senior High School?
Niles Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Niles Senior High School offer ?
Niles Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Niles Senior High School part of?
Niles Senior High School is part of Niles Community Schools School District.
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