Summary:
The city of Niles, Ohio is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the district as a whole faces some challenges, a few standout schools demonstrate strong academic performance and offer promising educational opportunities for students.
Niles Preparatory Academy, a public charter elementary school, is a clear standout, with 86.7% of 3rd graders and 76.9% of 4th graders scoring proficient or better on state math tests, significantly outperforming state averages. Niles Intermediate School also demonstrates solid academic achievement, with 79.1% of 5th graders scoring proficient or better on the state science test and strong performance in math and English language arts as well.
However, the other Niles schools lag behind state averages on many metrics, with only 24.7% of McKinley High School students scoring proficient or better on the Geometry end-of-course exam. Additionally, all Niles schools face high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 27.5% to 49.4%, and a majority of students at Niles Middle School and McKinley High School come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. While the Niles City School District as a whole is ranked 471 out of 839 districts in Ohio, the individual school ratings vary, indicating pockets of excellence within the district.
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