About the School
Niles Community Schools is a public school district located in Berrien County, Michigan. It serves approximately 3,327 students across 11 schools in Niles and surrounding townships. The district is dedicated to fostering 21st-century skills and high student achievement through project-based learning. Its mission is to inspire and prepare all learners by providing diverse opportunities that challenge the present and enrich the future. The district operates a range of educational programs from PreK to 12th grade, including special education. Notable schools include the Northside Child Development Center, Ring Lardner Middle School, and Niles High School. Niles Community Schools employs between 201 and 500 staff members and emphasizes the importance of developing critical thinkers ready for the modern world. The student body reflects diversity, with 30% minority representation and 47.8% of students economically disadvantaged.