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Ballard Elementary School

1601 W Chicago Rd, Niles, MI 49120, United States

+1 (269) 683-5900

http://www.nilesschools.org

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Ballard Elementary School Overview

About This School

Ballard Elementary School is a public elementary in Niles, Michigan, serving 516 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 35% in English Language Arts, 31% in mathematics, and 33% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with a staff of 27 teachers. The average salary for instructors at the school is $55,176. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 60% White, 15% Hispanic, 12% Black, 11% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

516

Total Students

PK-5

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Berrien County

Students per Counselor

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Ballard Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 19.6:1

State Avg: 17.3:1

Students per Counselor

Ballard Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$55,176

City Avg: $56,340

State Avg: $68,685

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Students per Counselor:1

Ballard Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.33%

Male

47.67%

Female

Total Enrollment: 516 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White60.27%

Hispanic14.92%

Asian0.58%

Black12.02%

Two or More Races11.43%

Native American0.58%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ballard Elementary School

Q: What is Ballard Elementary School?

A: Ballard Elementary School is a elementary public located in Niles.

Q: How many students attend Ballard Elementary School?

A: Ballard Elementary School has approximately 516 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Ballard Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Ballard Elementary School is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Ballard Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Ballard Elementary School - Niles, MI

Quick Facts about Ballard Elementary School
School Name	Ballard Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	1601 W Chicago Rd, Niles, MI 49120, Niles, MI
County	Berrien County
Phone	+1 (269) 683-5900
Total Students	516
Student-Teacher Ratio	18:1
Full-Time Teachers	27
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Ballard Elementary School

What is Ballard Elementary School?

Ballard Elementary School is a elementary public located in Niles.

How many students attend Ballard Elementary School?

Ballard Elementary School has approximately 516 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ballard Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ballard Elementary School is 18:1.

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