Plainfield South High School

School Overview
Plainfield South High School, located at 7800 Caton Farm Rd in Plainfield, Illinois, serves as a prominent secondary educational institution within the Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202. The school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized vocational programming designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is characterized by a commitment to academic rigor while fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue their unique post-secondary goals.

Beyond the classroom, Plainfield South boasts a robust extracurricular culture, featuring an extensive range of IHSA-sanctioned athletics, competitive clubs, and fine arts programs. These offerings are central to the school's identity, providing students with numerous avenues for personal growth, leadership development, and school spirit. By integrating a diverse selection of student activities with a focus on community and scholastic excellence, Plainfield South High School strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that addresses the social, physical, and intellectual needs of its student body.
2,411
Total Students
137.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Plainfield South High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,081
Hispanic756
Black407
Asian72
Two or More88
American Indian6
  • White
    1,081 (44.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    756 (31.4 %)
  • Black
    407 (16.9 %)
  • Two or More
    88 (3.7 %)
  • Asian
    72 (3.0 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Plainfield SD 202
Phone: (815)439-5555
Website: http://psd202.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,411
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 137.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 576
Grade 10 627
Grade 11 588
Grade 12 620

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Plainfield South High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9576
Grade 10627
Grade 11588
Grade 12620
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Plainfield South High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,16648.4%
Male1,24451.6%
Not Specified10%
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