Serving 157 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Niles Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niles Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Niles Preparatory Academy's student population of 157 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Niles Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niles Preparatory Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1335 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
27%
17%
White
63%
65%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niles Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Niles Preparatory Academy is ranked #1335 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Niles Preparatory Academy?
157 students attend Niles Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Niles Preparatory Academy students are White, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niles Preparatory Academy?
Niles Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Niles Preparatory Academy offer ?
Niles Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Niles Preparatory Academy part of?
Niles Preparatory Academy is part of Niles Preparatory Academy School District.
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