Overview

Ballard Elementary School is a public school in Niles, MI. It is one of 7 elementary schools in Niles Community Schools.
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School Rating

Ballard Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Michigan with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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5.0
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Neighborhood

1601 West Chicago Road
Niles, MI 49120
School leader: Stacey Recker
(269) 683-5900
(269) 684-9527
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