Plainfield Community School Corp

The Plainfield Community School Corp district in Indiana consists of 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a diverse student population, with varying levels of economic disadvantage and academic performance across the schools.

The standout schools in the district are Plainfield High School, which is ranked 24th out of 431 Indiana high schools and has consistently high performance, and Plainfield Community Middle School, which is ranked 32nd out of 485 Indiana middle schools and also demonstrates impressive academic results. These schools have maintained their top rankings in the state over the past 3 years, indicating a sustained commitment to academic excellence.

In contrast, the district's alternative school, Pride Academy, has significantly higher spending per student and higher rates of chronic absenteeism, suggesting that the school is providing specialized services and resources to meet the unique needs of its small student population. The data also reveals socioeconomic disparities, with schools serving a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates, highlighting the impact of socioeconomic factors on student outcomes.