Plainwell Community Schools

District Overview
Located at 600 School Drive in Plainwell, Michigan, Plainwell Community Schools operates as an active, traditional public school district serving families across a welcoming fringe town setting within the broader Holland metropolitan area. Encompassing six operational schools, the district delivers a seamless educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. As an established, non-charter district, Plainwell Community Schools is dedicated to serving its local population by providing structured, community-focused academic programs designed to prepare students for higher education, vocational paths, and civic engagement.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total student body of 2,634 learners, maintaining balanced cohort sizes across its elementary, middle, and high school grades. To ensure tailored academic instruction and operational excellence, Plainwell Community Schools employs a dedicated workforce of approximately 700 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes nearly 287 full-time equivalent teachers, 44 instructional aides, and over 369 support personnel, establishing a favorable student-to-teacher structure and a strong support network. For parents, students, and educational researchers alike, Plainwell Community Schools offers a well-resourced, close-knit environment focused on holistic student development and academic achievement.
6
Total Schools
2,634
Total Students
286.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Plainwell Community Schools
Demographic Student Count
White2,289
Hispanic159
Black45
Asian18
Two or More109
American Indian9
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    2,289 (86.9%)
  • Hispanic
    159 (6.0%)
  • Two or More
    109 (4.1%)
  • Black
    45 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    18 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Plainwell Community Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High2
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:2,634*
Teachers (FTE):286.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:9.2
Schools in Plainwell Community Schools
Found 7 Schools