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Northside Child Development Center
Elementary School · Niles Community Schools
2020 NORTH 5TH ST, Niles, MI 49120
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Northside Child Development Center
Northside Child Development Center is a public elementary school in Niles, MI, part of the Niles Community Schools. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,940, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Northside Child Development Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1, Northside Child Development Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- 2020 NORTH 5TH ST, Niles, MI 49120
- Website
- nilesschools.org
- Phone
- (269) 683-1982
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
2020 NORTH 5TH ST, Niles, MI 49120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside Child Development Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moccasin Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Buchanan). Another option is ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, Brandywine Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away). For more schools in Niles, see our Niles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Niles Senior High School Niles | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Eastside Connections School Niles | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Niles Comm Schools Adult Education Niles | 1.3 mi | — |
| Ring Lardner Middle School Niles | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Niles | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| NILES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Niles | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Southside Special Educ School Niles | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Niles Cedar Lane Niles | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| WAY Niles Niles | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Niles Virtual School Niles | 1.9 mi | — |
| Ballard Elementary School Niles | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Brandywine Innovation Academy Niles | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Brandywine Middle School Niles | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Brandywine Senior High School Niles | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Brandywine Elementary School Niles | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Merritt Elementary School Niles | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HowardEllis Elementary School Niles | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Moccasin Elementary School Buchanan | 5.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Clay High School South Bend | 8.0 mi | 8.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL South Bend | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,940
Median Home Value
$166,800
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
36,652
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
43
Community Profile
The community surrounding Northside Child Development Center 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside Child Development Center
What grades does Northside Child Development Center serve?
Northside Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Northside Child Development Center?
Northside Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Child Development Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside Child Development Center is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Northside Child Development Center a charter school?
No, Northside Child Development Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northside Child Development Center a Title I school?
No, Northside Child Development Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northside Child Development Center?
26.7% of students at Northside Child Development Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,386/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Niles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berrien County
- Phone
- (269) 683-1982
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Niles Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,327
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,405
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