Plainfield Elementary School serves 242 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Plainfield Elementary School?
242 students attend Plainfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Plainfield Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainfield Elementary School?
Plainfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plainfield Elementary School offer ?
Plainfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Plainfield Elementary School part of?
Plainfield Elementary School is part of Nashua-Plainfield Community School District.
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