Serving 1,079 students in grades 9-12, South Plainfield High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Plainfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
South Plainfield High School's student population of 1,079 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,079 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Plainfield High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Plainfield High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#573 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
32%
32%
Black
14%
15%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Plainfield High School's ranking?
South Plainfield High School is ranked #573 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Plainfield High School?
The graduation rate of South Plainfield High School is 92%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Plainfield High School?
1,079 students attend South Plainfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of South Plainfield High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Plainfield High School?
South Plainfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Plainfield High School offer ?
South Plainfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Plainfield High School part of?
South Plainfield High School is part of South Plainfield School District.
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