Best Schools in Niles, Michigan
18 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 6 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Niles by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eastside Connections School
Elementary · Niles Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Mary School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Brandywine Senior High School
High · Brandywine Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Niles for 2026 are Eastside Connections School (8.4/10), St Mary School (7.9/10), and Brandywine Senior High School (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
18
16 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$166,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
18
16 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$166,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 59% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Niles schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Niles
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eastside Connections School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | St Mary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Brandywine Senior High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Niles Senior High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Niles Adventist School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Way Niles | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Niles Cedar Lane | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Brandywine Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Ring Lardner Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Howardellis Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $61,940
- Median home value
- $166,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Niles compares
Michigan rank
#204 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$62k
84% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Niles, Michigan
Niles, Michigan is home to 18 schools, including 16 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 6 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Niles show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Niles is Eastside Connections School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Niles is served by 2 school districts: Brandywine Community Schools, Niles Community Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,648 students.
Niles's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,940. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 320 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 598 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | 376 students · 3rd–6th | 5.2 | ||
| 5 | 576 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 | ||
| 6 | 15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Mary School
Private
49 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | Niles Adventist School
Private
62 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.4 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 177 students · 7th–8th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 537 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 378 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 827 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 108 students · 6th–12th | 6.0 |
| 4 | 119 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 5 | 70 students · 6th–12th | 5.2 |
| 6 | 13 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · 4th–12th | 4.5 |
| 2 | 14 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Niles
Niles, Michigan · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,940
Median Home Value
$166,800
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
36,652
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Niles has a median household income of $61,940. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,800, with a median rent of $911/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 6
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Niles, Michigan
How many schools are in Niles, Michigan?
Niles has 18 schools, including 16 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Niles, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Niles is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Niles, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Niles on MySchoolScout is Eastside Connections School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Niles, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Niles on MySchoolScout is Eastside Connections School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Niles, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Niles on MySchoolScout is Brandywine Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Niles, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Niles on MySchoolScout is Brandywine Senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Niles, Michigan?
Niles is served by 2 school districts: Brandywine Community Schools, Niles Community Schools.
What is the education level in Niles, Michigan?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Niles have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Niles, Michigan?
The median household income in Niles is approximately $61,940 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Niles, Michigan?
Yes, Niles has 2 private schools alongside 16 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Niles, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Niles is 17.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Niles, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.