The 2019 Private K-8 Diversity grade is based on data from the U.S. Department of Education along reviews from students and parents. Learn where our data comes from.
| Factor | Description | Source | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Racial Diversity Index | A high value indicates a very racially diverse student body. | U.S. Department of Education | 60.0% |
| Parent/Student Surveys on Culture & Diversity | Niche survey responses scored on a 1-5 scale regarding student culture and diversity at the school. | Self-reported by Niche users | 25.0% |
| Economically Disadvantaged Percent | Percent of students classified as economically disadvantaged. | U.S. Department of Education | 10.0% |
| Gender Diversity | Percentage of students belonging to the most represented gender (closer to 50% is better). | U.S. Department of Education | 5.0% |
Statistics obtained from the U.S. Department of Education represent the most recent data available, usually from 2014–2016, as self-reported by the schools. Niche also collects data directly from schools via our school data update form. If you work for a school and would like to update your data, please claim your school.
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