Below Average
#2739 of 3,441 schools in OH
Niles Middle School
Middle School · Niles City
411 Brown St, Niles, OH 44446
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,739 of 3,441
In Niles
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Niles City
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Niles Middle School
Middle School in Niles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Niles Middle School
Niles Middle School is a public middle school in Niles, OH, part of Niles City. Niles Middle School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Niles Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,739 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Niles Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Niles Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Niles Middle School — Students at Niles Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Niles Middle School Compares
See how Niles Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
411 Brown St, Niles, OH 44446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Niles Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Howland Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Warren), which scores notably higher. Another option is Girard Intermediate Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Girard), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Girard Junior High School (rated 6.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Girard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Niles, see our Niles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Niles Preparatory Academy Niles | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| McKinley High School Niles | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Niles Intermediate School Niles | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Niles Primary School Niles | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Mineral Ridge High School Mineral Ridge | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Seaborn Elementary School Mineral Ridge | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Mc Donald | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| McDonald High School Mc Donald | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY CATHOLIC SCHOOL UPPER CAMPUS Warren | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Summit Academy Community School-Warren Warren | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Willard Avenue PK-8 School Warren | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Howland Springs Elementary School Warren | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Howland Middle School Warren | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Girard | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Howland High School Warren | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Girard Sr High School Girard | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Girard Junior High School Girard | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOO Warren | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Girard Intermediate Middle School Girard | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Prospect Elementary School Girard | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,779
Median Home Value
$108,800
Median Rent
$786/mo
Population
20,014
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blanchester Middle School Blanchester, OH | 4.8 |
| Durling Middle School Lorain, OH | 4.8 |
| Finland Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.8 |
| Heritage Middle School Painesville, OH | 4.8 |
| London MIddle School London, OH | 4.8 |
| New Richmond Middle School New Richmond, OH | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Niles Middle School
What grades does Niles Middle School serve?
Niles Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Niles Middle School?
Niles Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Niles Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Niles Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Niles Middle School rank in OH?
Niles Middle School ranks #2,739 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Niles Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Niles Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Niles Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Niles Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Niles Middle School a charter school?
No, Niles Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Niles Middle School a Title I school?
No, Niles Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Niles Middle School?
71.0% of students at Niles Middle School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Trumbull County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (330) 652-5656
Resources & Links
District
Niles City- District Enrollment
- 1,961
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,879
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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