Very Good
#890 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 23% in state
Plainfield East High School
High School · Plainfield SD 202
12001 Naperville Rd, Plainfield, IL 60585
Enrollment
1,868
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,868
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#890 of 3,813
In Plainfield
#6 of 29
public schools
In district
#5 of 30
Plainfield SD 202
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Plainfield East High School
Plainfield East High School is a public high school in Plainfield, IL, part of Plainfield SD 202. Plainfield East High School serves approximately 1,868 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Plainfield East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #890 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Plainfield East High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Plainfield East High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Plainfield East High School — Students at Plainfield East High School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Plainfield East High School Compares
See how Plainfield East High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12001 Naperville Rd, Plainfield, IL 60585
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plainfield East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Neuqua Valley High School (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Plainfield North High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60585 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,202
Median Home Value
$416,400
Median Rent
$2,326/mo
Population
24,948
College Educated
60.5%
Homeownership
91.6%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
39
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| East Leyden High School Franklin Park, IL | 7.5 |
| Kenwood Academy High School Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
| Oak Forest High School Oak Forest, IL | 7.5 |
| Thornwood High School South Holland, IL | 7.5 |
| Addison Trail High School Addison, IL | 7.6 |
| Amundsen High School Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plainfield East High School
What grades does Plainfield East High School serve?
Plainfield East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Plainfield East High School?
Plainfield East High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,868 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainfield East High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plainfield East High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plainfield East High School rank in IL?
Plainfield East High School ranks #890 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Plainfield East High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plainfield East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Plainfield East High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plainfield East High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Plainfield East High School a charter school?
No, Plainfield East High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plainfield East High School a Title I school?
No, Plainfield East High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plainfield East High School?
40.7% of students at Plainfield East High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,868
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 113
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (815) 577-0324
Resources & Links
District
Plainfield SD 202- District Enrollment
- 24,683
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,896
- District Rank
- #5 of 30
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