Serving 445 students in grades 6-8, Plainfield Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainfield Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Plainfield Central School's student population of 445 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Plainfield Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainfield Central School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#568 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainfield Central School's ranking?
Plainfield Central School is ranked #568 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Plainfield Central School often compared to?
Plainfield Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plainfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Plainfield Central School?
445 students attend Plainfield Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Plainfield Central School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainfield Central School?
Plainfield Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plainfield Central School offer ?
Plainfield Central School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainfield Central School part of?
Plainfield Central School is part of Plainfield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School/Half Day
August 28, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
April 13, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 15, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
1 3/19/2020
Poor teachers and administrators.
1 2/11/2020
Very poor and disrespectful teachers.
5 10/31/2011
i love this school and this is michael guilmette
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