School Overview
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School, located on Leland Avenue in Plainfield, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Plainfield Public School District. As a neighborhood elementary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction and social-emotional development for students in the early grades. The school is situated in a residential area, functioning as a community hub that emphasizes fundamental literacy, mathematics, and character building to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success.

Reflecting the broader goals of the Plainfield school system, Cook Elementary is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that addresses the unique needs of its urban population. The school typically engages families and the local community through various programs and events, aiming to bridge the gap between home and classroom life. By emphasizing consistent attendance, foundational skills, and a supportive school culture, the staff at Frederic W. Cook strives to create a stable and encouraging atmosphere where young learners can build the necessary confidence and knowledge base to progress through their educational journey.
389
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic260
Black111
Asian2
Two or More3
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    260 (66.8 %)
  • Black
    111 (28.5 %)
  • White
    9 (2.3 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Plainfield Public School District
Phone: (908)731-4215
Website: http://www.plainfieldnjk12.org/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 389
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 82
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 16
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 67
Grade 1 58
Grade 2 72
Grade 3 63
Grade 4 57
Grade 5 40
Ungraded 32

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten67
Grade 158
Grade 272
Grade 363
Grade 457
Grade 540
Ungraded32
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19850.9%
Male19149.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)