School Overview
North Plainfield High School, located at 34 Wilson Avenue in North Plainfield, New Jersey, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the local community. As a cornerstone of the North Plainfield School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a commitment to the personal growth of its diverse student body. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a range of core academic subjects alongside various elective opportunities that cater to different interests and career aspirations.

Beyond the classroom, North Plainfield High School emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded educational experience through its extracurricular programming. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of athletic teams, clubs, and service organizations, which play a vital role in building school spirit, leadership skills, and community engagement. By integrating traditional instruction with social-emotional support and active student involvement, the school strives to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are prepared to navigate the challenges of a global society.
1,214
Total Students
99.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Plainfield High School
Demographic Student Count
White101
Hispanic870
Black201
Asian32
Two or More5
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    870 (71.7 %)
  • Black
    201 (16.6 %)
  • White
    101 (8.3 %)
  • Asian
    32 (2.6 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (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: North Plainfield School District
Phone: (908)769-6000
Website: http://nphs.nplainfield.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,214
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 99.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 752
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 112
Grades Taught
Grade 9 277
Grade 10 297
Grade 11 297
Grade 12 323
Ungraded 20

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for North Plainfield High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9277
Grade 10297
Grade 11297
Grade 12323
Ungraded20
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for North Plainfield High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female56346.4%
Male65153.6%
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