For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 833 students in Niles, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in Niles, MI is Ballard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Niles, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Niles have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Niles, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 W Chicago Rd
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-5900
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
1620 Lasalle Ave
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-6511
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-6511
Gr: PK-2 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
2020 N 5th St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-1982
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-1982
Gr: PK-K | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Niles, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Niles, MI include Ballard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Niles?
3 public preschools are located in Niles.
What is the racial composition of students in Niles?
Niles public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Niles are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Niles include: Merritt Elementary School vs. Ballard Elementary School
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