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Pinnacle Academy High School

High School · Plainfield Public School District

209 Berckman St, Plainfield, NJ 07062

Enrollment

70

Student-Teacher

23.3:1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

About Pinnacle Academy High School

Pinnacle Academy High School is a public high school in Plainfield, NJ, part of the Plainfield Public School District. The school serves approximately 70 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,711, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 70 students, Pinnacle Academy High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Pinnacle Academy High School is 23.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
70 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Address
209 Berckman St, Plainfield, NJ 07062
Phone
(908) 731-4270
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Pinnacle Academy High School Compares

See how Pinnacle Academy High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
4.8/10
4.8/10
Environment
1.4/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers

Location

209 Berckman St, Plainfield, NJ 07062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinnacle Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Barack Obama Green Charter High School (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Plainfield High School (rated 3.8/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Dewitt D. Barlow Elementary School Plainfield 0.2 mi 4.8
Maxson Middle School Plainfield 0.5 mi 5.9
East End School North Plainfield 0.5 mi 5.1
Emerson Community School Plainfield 0.6 mi 5.9
College Achieve Central Charter School Plainfield 0.6 mi 5.9
The Barack Obama Green Charter High School Plainfield 0.7 mi 4.8
Charles H. Stillman Elementary School Plainfield 0.9 mi 6.7
Evergreen Elementary School Plainfield 1.0 mi 4.8
Plainfield High School Plainfield 1.1 mi 3.8
Somerset School North Plainfield 0.9 mi 4.9
Frederic W. Cook Elementary School Plainfield 0.9 mi 8.3
PHOENIX PRESCHOOL OF NEW JERSEY Plainfield 1.0 mi
Union County TEAMS Charter School Plainfield 1.2 mi 4.0
Cresthaven Academy Charter School Plainfield 1.3 mi 6.3
Cedarbrook Elementary School Plainfield 1.6 mi 6.0
Hubbard Middle School Plainfield 1.6 mi 6.0
School One Elementary Scotch Plains 1.5 mi 6.7
Stony Brook School North Plainfield 1.3 mi 5.9
KOINONIA ACADEMY Plainfield 1.7 mi 6.1
Washington Community School Plainfield 1.7 mi 4.8

Neighborhood 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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Pinnacle Academy High School has a median household income of $92,711. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $374,200, with a median rent of $1,794/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pinnacle Academy High School

What grades does Pinnacle Academy High School serve?

Pinnacle Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Pinnacle Academy High School?

Pinnacle Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinnacle Academy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pinnacle Academy High School is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Pinnacle Academy High School a charter school?

No, Pinnacle Academy High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pinnacle Academy High School a Title I school?

No, Pinnacle Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinnacle Academy High School?

70.0% of students at Pinnacle Academy 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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,022/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plainfield). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Data Year
2023–2024

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