Serving 1,333 students in grades 6-8, Plainfield Community Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainfield Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plainfield Community Middle School's student population of 1,333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plainfield Community Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainfield Community Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 1755 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
7%
13%
White
80%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainfield Community Middle School's ranking?
Plainfield Community Middle School is ranked #143 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Plainfield Community Middle School often compared to?
Plainfield Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Middle School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Plainfield Community Middle School?
1,333 students attend Plainfield Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Plainfield Community Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainfield Community Middle School?
Plainfield Community Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plainfield Community Middle School offer ?
Plainfield Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plainfield Community Middle School part of?
Plainfield Community Middle School is part of Plainfield Community School Corp School District.
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