WAY NILES

WAY Niles is a public high school that is part of the Niles Community Schools school district, located in Niles, MI with about 131 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade.

WAY Niles is an innovative, project-based public school program located in Niles, Michigan, that serves students in grades 6 through 12. Operating under the umbrella of the Niles Community Schools district, the academy is designed to offer a personalized and flexible learning environment for students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational model. By leveraging a blended learning approach, the school combines online curriculum with dedicated face-to-face support from mentors and highly qualified teachers to ensure students meet state standards while developing essential life skills.

The academy emphasizes a "student-centered" philosophy, focusing on individualized learning paths that allow students to work at their own pace. This model is particularly effective for those who need a more flexible schedule or a different academic pace than what is offered in a traditional classroom setting. Through its partnership with the WAY Program, the school fosters a collaborative community where students engage in real-world projects, preparing them for post-secondary education and career success while maintaining a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

For more information, contact WAY Niles at (269) 683-6662 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

111 Spruce Street
Niles, MI 49120-3168
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WAY NILES is a public school in Niles, MI with about 131 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
131
Teachers:
0.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 131 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WAY NILES is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.0%
Two or more races
10.7%
Hispanic/Latino
9.2%
Black or African American
6.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%
Asian
0.8%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.