Plainwell High School is a high school located in Plainwell, Michigan. Approximately 200 students graduate from Plainwell High School per year. The school is in a suburban school district just outside Kalamazoo, Michigan and is located in Allegan County.
Serving 813 students in grades 9-12, Plainwell High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainwell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Plainwell High School's student population of 813 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Plainwell High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainwell High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainwell High School's ranking?
Plainwell High School is ranked #625 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Plainwell High School often compared to?
Plainwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otsego High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainwell High School?
The graduation rate of Plainwell High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Plainwell High School?
813 students attend Plainwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Plainwell High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainwell High School?
Plainwell High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plainwell High School offer ?
Plainwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainwell High School part of?
Plainwell High School is part of Plainwell Community Schools School District.
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