Very Good
#494 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 20% in state
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
Elementary School · Plainfield Public School District
739 LELAND AVE, Plainfield, NJ 07062
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#494 of 2,466
In Plainfield
#1 of 19
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
Plainfield Public School District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plainfield, NJ, part of Plainfield Public School District. Frederic W.
Cook Elementary School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederic W. Cook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Frederic W. Cook Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, Frederic W. Cook Elementary School 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 5:1 students to teachers, Frederic W. Cook Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
79% of students at Frederic W. Cook Elementary 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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Frederic W. Cook Elementary School — Students at Frederic W. Cook Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Frederic W. Cook Elementary School Compares
See how Frederic W. Cook Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
739 LELAND AVE, Plainfield, NJ 07062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederic W. Cook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Scotch Plains), with a very similar rating. Another option is Emerson Community School (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Howard B. Brunner Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Scotch Plains), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,711
Median Home Value
$374,200
Median Rent
$1,794/mo
Population
15,018
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederic W. Cook Elementary School
What grades does Frederic W. Cook Elementary School serve?
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Frederic W. Cook Elementary School?
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederic W. Cook Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederic W. Cook Elementary School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederic W. Cook Elementary School rank in NJ?
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School ranks #494 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Frederic W. Cook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Frederic W. Cook Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederic W. Cook Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frederic W. Cook Elementary School a charter school?
No, Frederic W. Cook Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederic W. Cook Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Frederic W. Cook Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederic W. Cook Elementary School?
63.2% of students at Frederic W. Cook Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.5%
- Phone
- (908) 731-4215
Resources & Links
District
Plainfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,436
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,788
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
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