Elementary Schools in Niles City

The two elementary schools located in Niles City, Ohio serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While both schools share similarities, there are notable differences in their academic performance, attendance rates, and student demographics.

Niles Intermediate School stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, with students exceeding the state average on Ohio State Tests across multiple subjects and grade levels. In contrast, Niles Primary School faces challenges with a significantly higher chronic absenteeism rate of 34%, compared to 27.5% at Niles Intermediate School. However, Niles Primary School has a slightly more diverse student population, with higher percentages of African American, Hispanic, and Asian students.

Both schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, but the per-student spending is relatively similar, suggesting the district is allocating resources fairly. While Niles Intermediate School has shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking, the high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools, particularly at Niles Primary School, are a concern that the district should address to ensure all students in Niles City have access to a high-quality education.