PLAINFIELD ACADEMY

Plainfield Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Plainfield SD 202 school district, located in Plainfield, IL with about 140 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Plainfield Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Plainfield Academy, located at 23930 W Lockport St in Plainfield, Illinois, functions as an alternative educational facility within the Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202. The school is specifically designed to support students who may require a non-traditional learning environment to succeed. By offering a smaller, more focused setting, the academy provides a tailored approach to instruction, helping students address both academic challenges and personal development goals in a structured, supportive atmosphere.

The academy emphasizes a curriculum that keeps students on track toward graduation while fostering social-emotional growth. Its mission centers on providing a pathway for students to overcome obstacles, recover credits, and transition back to their home schools or move successfully toward post-secondary opportunities. By utilizing individualized learning plans and specialized staff support, Plainfield Academy aims to ensure that every student has the tools and attention necessary to reach their full potential despite previous academic or behavioral hurdles.

For more information, contact Plainfield Academy at (815) 439-5521 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.