Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Plainfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plainfield El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Nazareth, PA, encompassing approximately 27.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Plainfield Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plainfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainfield Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#997 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainfield Elementary School's ranking?
Plainfield Elementary School is ranked #997 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Plainfield Elementary School often compared to?
Plainfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Nazareth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Plainfield Elementary School?
434 students attend Plainfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Plainfield Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainfield Elementary School?
Plainfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainfield Elementary School offer ?
Plainfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainfield Elementary School part of?
Plainfield Elementary School is part of Pen Argyl Area School District.
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