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Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies

1700 West Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07063, United States
+1 (908) 731-4421
http://www.plainfieldnjk12.org/
4.0
Overall Rating

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Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Overview

About This School

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies is a public high in Plainfield, New Jersey, serving 357 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 52% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1 with 40 teachers earning an average salary of $79,290. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 178 students per counselor. Students at the school are 58% female and 42% male. The demographic makeup is 67% Hispanic, 31% Black, 1% White, and 1% Two or More Races.

357
Total Students
Grade 7-12
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
40 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts52%
Mathematics27%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-12
County
Union County
Students per Counselor
178:1

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

52%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 26%State Avg: 50%
27%
Mathematics
City Avg: 15%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
178
Students per Counselor

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
40

Average Teacher Salary

$79,290
City Avg: $75,148
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio8:1
Students per Counselor178:1

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Student Demographics

Student Body

42.02%
Male
57.98%
Female
Total Enrollment: 357 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.56%
Hispanic66.95%
Asian0%
Black31.37%
Two or More Races1.12%
Native American0%

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies

Q: What is Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies?

A: Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies is a high public located in Plainfield.

Q: How many students attend Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies?

A: Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies has approximately 357 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies is 8:1.

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Detailed Information about Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies is a public high in Plainfield, New Jersey, serving 357 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 52% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1 with 40 teachers earning an average salary of $79,290. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 178 students per counselor. Students at the school are 58% female and 42% male. The demographic makeup is 67% Hispanic, 31% Black, 1% White, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies - Plainfield, NJ

Quick Facts about Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies
School NamePlainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-12
Location1700 West Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07063, Plainfield, NJ
CountyUnion County
Phone+1 (908) 731-4421
Total Students357
Student-Teacher Ratio8:1
Full-Time Teachers40
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency52%
Math Proficiency27%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies

What is Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies?

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies is a high public located in Plainfield.

How many students attend Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies?

Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies has approximately 357 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies?

The student-teacher ratio at Plainfield Academy For The Arts & Advanced Studies is 8:1.

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