Niles Primary School serves 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 81%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niles Primary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
To instruct a defined curriculum in a safe, educational environment. The district will ensure the opportunity for all students to become responsible learners, critical thinkers and problem solvers as productive members of a democratic society.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Niles Primary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)70-74%
81%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
73%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Niles Primary School often compared to?
Niles Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niles Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% OH state average).
How many students attend Niles Primary School?
455 students attend Niles Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Niles Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niles Primary School?
Niles Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Niles Primary School offer ?
Niles Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niles Primary School part of?
Niles Primary School is part of Niles City School District.
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