Plainfield North High School is a four-year public high school located in Plainfield, Illinois, a southwest suburb of Chicago, in the United States. Founded in August 2005, it is one of four high schools in the Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202.
Serving 2,365 students in grades 9-12, Plainfield North High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainfield North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Plainfield North High School's student population of 2,365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
White, Crimson
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plainfield North High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainfield North High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#721 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
8%
17%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainfield North High School's ranking?
Plainfield North High School is ranked #721 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Plainfield North High School often compared to?
Plainfield North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plainfield East High School, Plainfield South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainfield North High School?
The graduation rate of Plainfield North High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Plainfield North High School?
2,365 students attend Plainfield North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Plainfield North High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainfield North High School?
Plainfield North High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainfield North High School offer ?
Plainfield North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Plainfield North High School part of?
Plainfield North High School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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