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J.H.S. 118 William W. Niles

District 10 · Bronx · Grades 6 to 8 · 10X118

At a glance

Address
577 EAST 179 STREET, BRONX, NY 10457
Admissions
Zone Priority, Screened
Links
School websiteMySchools page

Details last checked against MySchools on October 15, 2026. Report a problem · Add a tour we missed

Tours and open houses

No dates are posted, but the school says how to visit:

  • “Tuesdays · 3:00 – 5:00 PM”

    From the school's website · checked Oct 14 · Confirm with the school before you go

  • “Thursdays · 3:00 – 5:00 PM”

    From the school's website · checked Oct 14 · Confirm with the school before you go

  • “Saturdays · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM”

    From the school's website · checked Oct 14 · Confirm with the school before you go

Admissions

For fall 2027 entry · from MySchools, checked October 15

  • JHS 118 - William W. Niles (X118Z), X118Z

    Zone Priority — Students who live within a particular school zone are given priority for this program.

  • The Pace Academy (X118S), X118S

    Screened — Students are admitted based on their course grades

Clubs, arts and sports

Music
Exploring Music
Visual & performing arts
Creative Writing, Traditional and Studio Art
STEM
Coding, Coding, Computer Science, Game Design, Math Team, Math Team, Robotics, Robotics, Science Club, STEM, STEM, Technology, Technology, Urban Advantage, Video Game Club, Web Design
Sports & fitness
Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Fitness, Flag Football, Physical Education, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Academics
Algebra I, ELA (Middle School Honors), Foreign Language, Health, Library, Living Environment, Math, Math (Middle School Honors), Middle School Algebra ACC, Middle School ELA ACC, Middle School Framework US History ACC, Regents Living Environment, Saturday Academy, Saturday Academy, Science, Science (Middle School Honors), Social Studies (Middle School Honors), Spanish, Specialized High School Test Preparation, Tutoring, US History
Clubs & leadership
Book Club, Chess, Chess, Cooking, Debate, Debate, Gardening, Journalism, Leadership, National Junior Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Peer Mediation, Peer Mediation, Restorative Circles, Service Learning, Spelling Bee, Student Council, Student Council, Yearbook
Programs
Dress Code, Family Volunteer Opportunities, Field Trips, Free After School Program, Saturday Programs, Uniform

About the school

JHS 118 (William W. Niles) is a vibrant, diverse middle school where all students are challenged, supported, and inspired to succeed. We provide rigorous and personalized learning experiences that prepare students for high school and beyond over 60% of our students take Regents-level courses in Algebra, ELA, Living Environment, and U.S. History by 8th grade. Our program goes beyond the core. Every student participates in a three-year Computer Science sequence that builds critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Students also engage in a comprehensive Arts program, with opportunities in orchestra, theatre, visual arts, and dance—ensuring every child discovers and develops their unique talents. At JHS 118, students learn in a supportive community that values cultural diversity and belonging. Through our three academies- Pace Academy, Spectrum Academy, and the Academy of Excellence-—we provide personalized pathways to meet the needs of every learner. At JHS 118, students don’t just attend school- they grow, achieve, and thrive.

From MySchools.