At a glance
Reported students
674
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
58.87
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Connecticut high enrollment
53rd percentile
Compared with 209 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
365
Plainville High School: 674 reported students.
State peer staffing position
51st percentile
11.4:1 reported; state peer median 11.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 658
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11:1
What the reported data says about Plainville High School
Plainville High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Plainville. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Plainville School District. NCES reports 674 students for 2024–25.
Among 209 high schools in Connecticut with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 650 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 53rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.4:1, close to the Connecticut median of 11.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (59.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (24.8%). English learners represent 3.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 7 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Plainville High School
- 1How do the reported 11.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 58.87 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 43.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White59.6%
- Hispanic24.8%
- Black6.1%
- Asian3.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
7 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Plainville School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Middle School of Plainville
Middle · Grades 06–08
535 reported students
Louis Toffolon School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
365 reported students
Linden Street School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
363 reported students
Frank T. Wheeler School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
262 reported students
Public schools near Plainville High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFIR-LISA'S House High · Judicial Centers | 06–12 | 0 | 0.7 mi |
| Academy of Science and Innovation High · Capitol Region Education Council | 06–12 | 767 | 2.8 mi |
| E. C. Goodwin Technical High School High · Connecticut Technical Education and Career System | 09–12 | 690 | 3 mi |
| Southington High School High · Southington School District | 09–12 | 1,905 | 3.4 mi |
| Bristol Eastern High School High · Bristol School District | 09–12 | 998 | 3.6 mi |
| Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School High · Bristol School District | 06–12 | 268 | 4.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Plainville High School
What grades does Plainville High School serve?
Plainville High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Plainville School District.
How many students attend Plainville High School?
Plainville High School reported 674 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 53rd percentile among 209 Connecticut high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 658 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Plainville High School?
The calculated ratio is 11.4:1, based on 674 students and 58.87 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Connecticut median for the same school level is 11.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Plainville High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Plainville High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Plainville School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Plainville High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
43.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Plainville High School in?
Plainville High School is part of Plainville School District, based in Plainville, CT, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Plainville High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include AFIR-LISA'S House (0.7 mi), Academy of Science and Innovation (2.8 mi), E. C. Goodwin Technical High School (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.