Plainfield South High School
2,411 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,081 |
| Hispanic | 756 |
| Black | 407 |
| Asian | 72 |
| Two or More | 88 |
| American Indian | 6 |
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White1,081 (44.9 %)
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Hispanic756 (31.4 %)
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Black407 (16.9 %)
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Two or More88 (3.7 %)
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Asian72 (3.0 %)
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American Indian6 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 576 |
| Grade 10 | 627 |
| Grade 11 | 588 |
| Grade 12 | 620 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,166 | 48.4% |
| Male | 1,244 | 51.6% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0% |
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