Very Good
#166 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 35% of private schools
Universal School of Plainfield
Elementary School
2183 STANLEY RD, Plainfield, IN 46168
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#166 of 478
In Plainfield
#2 of 2
public schools
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Universal School of Plainfield
Elementary School in Plainfield · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Universal School of Plainfield
Universal School of Plainfield is a private elementary school in Plainfield, IN. Universal School of Plainfield serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Universal School of Plainfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Universal School of Plainfield is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.4:1 students to teachers, Universal School of Plainfield sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Universal School of Plainfield is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Universal School of Plainfield compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Plainfield, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Universal School of Plainfield (this school) | 7.3 |
| Clarks Creek Elementary | 6.2 |
| Little Quakers Academy | 3.2 |
| Brentwood Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Plainfield Community Middle School | 7.5 |
| Pride Academy | — |
| Van Buren Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Central Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Guilford Elementary | 8.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2183 STANLEY RD, Plainfield, IN 46168
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Universal School of Plainfield may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedar Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Guilford Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plainfield High School Plainfield | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Clarks Creek Elementary Plainfield | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Little Quakers Academy Plainfield | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Brentwood Elementary School Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST SUSANNA SCHOOL Plainfield | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Plainfield Community Middle School Plainfield | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Pride Academy Plainfield | 1.5 mi | — |
| Van Buren Elementary School Plainfield | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Central Elementary School Plainfield | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Avon High School Avon | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Guilford Elementary Plainfield | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Pine Tree Elementary School Avon | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Hickory Elementary School Avon | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Northwood Elementary School Mooresville | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Cedar Elementary School Avon | 4.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Mooresville High School Mooresville | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Paul Hadley Middle School Mooresville | 4.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Bridgeport Elementary School Indianapolis | 4.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Maple Elementary School Avon | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Newby Memorial Elementary School Mooresville | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,315
Median Home Value
$271,400
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
38,889
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER LAFAYETTE West Lafayette, IN | 7.3 |
| AVICENNA ACADEMY Crown Point, IN | 7.1 |
| SOUTH BEND JUNIOR ACADEMY South Bend, IN | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bremen, IN | 7.0 |
| SOUTHERN HILLS MENNONITE SCHOOL Campbellsburg, IN | 6.9 |
| ABOITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roanoke, IN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Universal School of Plainfield
What grades does Universal School of Plainfield serve?
Universal School of Plainfield serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Universal School of Plainfield?
Universal School of Plainfield has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Universal School of Plainfield?
The student-teacher ratio at Universal School of Plainfield is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Universal School of Plainfield rank in IN?
Universal School of Plainfield ranks #166 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Universal School of Plainfield's MySchoolScout rating?
Universal School of Plainfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Universal School of Plainfield a private school?
Yes, Universal School of Plainfield is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Universal School of Plainfield a religious school?
No, Universal School of Plainfield is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hendricks County
- Phone
- (317) 203-5769
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