Serving 500 students in grades 4-6, The Plains Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Plains Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in The Plains, OH, covering an area of approximately 41.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Plains Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
The Plains Intermediate School's student population of 500 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Plains Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Plains Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#1249 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Plains Intermediate School's ranking?
The Plains Intermediate School is ranked #1249 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are The Plains Intermediate School often compared to?
The Plains Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrison Gordon Elementary School, Nelsonville-york Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend The Plains Intermediate School?
500 students attend The Plains Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of The Plains Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Plains Intermediate School?
The Plains Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Plains Intermediate School offer ?
The Plains Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Plains Intermediate School part of?
The Plains Intermediate School is part of Athens City School District.
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