School Overview
Plainfield High School, located at 950 Park Avenue in Plainfield, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Plainfield Public School District. As a central pillar of the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, performing arts, and student-led clubs designed to foster student engagement and personal development. The campus reflects the diverse demographic landscape of Plainfield, working to provide a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Plainfield High School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and equity in education. The administration and faculty strive to address the unique needs of a multicultural student body by implementing various support services and enrichment programs. By maintaining a focus on academic rigor and social-emotional learning, the school aims to empower its students to become responsible, productive citizens who are capable of navigating the challenges of a rapidly changing global society.
2,077
Total Students
156.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
75.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Plainfield High School
Demographic Student Count
White17
Hispanic1,708
Black326
Asian8
Two or More11
American Indian4
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    1,708 (82.2%)
  • Black
    326 (15.7%)
  • White
    17 (0.8%)
  • Two or More
    11 (0.5%)
  • Asian
    8 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Plainfield Public School District
Phone: (908)731-4390
Website: http://www.plainfieldnjk12.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,077
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 156.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,418
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 148
Grades Taught
Grade 9 541
Grade 10 592
Grade 11 494
Grade 12 450

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Plainfield High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9541
Grade 10592
Grade 11494
Grade 12450
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Plainfield High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female94245.4%
Male1,13554.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)