Plainfield Central High School

Plainfield Central High School has 1,986 students in grades 9-12

The Plainfield Wildcats' football team practicing during the summertime.

Aerial view of Plainfield Central High School's main baseball field

Plainfield Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

24120 Fort Beggs Dr, Plainfield, IL

East Plainfield Neighborhood

Plainfield School District No. 202

3.7

3.8

2,088 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Robert Smith

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1

Average SAT Score
1160

Average ACT Score
25

Math Proficiency
25%

Reading Proficiency
29%

Average GPA
3.65

Graduation Rate
92%

Academics

Teachers

College Prep

Administration

Resources/Facilities

Clubs and Activities

Sports

Food

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.65

Reading Proficiency

29%

Math Proficiency

25%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

17:1

Teachers

114

Full Time Teachers

114

Teachers in First or Second Year

1.4%

College Prep

Average SAT

1160

Math

580

Verbal

580

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Number of AP Courses

AP Pass Rate

69%

AP Math Enrollment

Average

AP Science Enrollment

Very High

Other AP Enrollment

Very Low

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

High

Boys Athletic Participation

Average

Equity

College Readiness

Source: GreatSchools

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

346:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.9%

Female

49%

White

52.2%

Hispanic

28.9%

Black

10.7%

Two or more races

4.2%

Asian or Pacific Islander

3.7%

Native American

<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 254 Students

Illinois State University 235 Students

University of Illinois Chicago 218 Students

Joliet Junior College 210 Students

Northern Illinois University 208 Students

Loyola University Chicago 174 Students

Michigan State University 161 Students

University of Iowa 159 Students

Lewis University 159 Students

Northwestern University 119 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Psychology 132 Students

Nursing 126 Students

Biology 126 Students

Business 111 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 73 Students

Computer Science 58 Students

Finance 35 Students

Engineering 35 Students

Mechanical Engineering 33 Students

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 32 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Junior

7/26/2025

My experience with Plainfield Central High school has been mostly positive. I have good teachers and a good selection of courses to take.

4.0 Senior

5/10/2025

I went to Plainfield Central for my whole high school career and now that I'm at the end of it I can say that PCHS is a solidly okay school. The school has many flaws, but also many strengths that balance out those same flaws. Overall I did enjoy my time there.

3.0 Senior

1/28/2025

Most of my experiences at this school has been pretty positive, I've made good friends and created really good bonds with a lot of my teachers. Overall the atmosphere here is about a 3/5, it's not the worst but it definitely could be better. Our sports are not the best, but going to the games with your friends still makes it enjoyable.

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5.0 parent

2/19/2022

My child is in several advanced and AP programs here, other than complaints of one of her teachers she has a great education and actively enjoys school.

4.0 student

2/22/2019

Honestly sick of the amount of homework because i feel like i only work nowadays and wish that teachers would realize we have other classes. I'd rather do little bits for each class daily rather than do big projects.

5.0 parent

11/5/2018

Excellent! I have had my children in schools in different states and in several schools in Illinois. Plainfield schools are the best, from their preschool program to elementary school, middle school and high school, Plainfield schools are among the best.

5.0 parent

9/13/2017

Excellent school. Terrific and caring teachers with many programs and after-school opportunities. Ideal, safe location with beautiful small town appeal. Love it!

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List Price Range

$240K - $863K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$407,982

Median Lot Size

11,107 Sq Ft

% Renters

15%

Average Household Income

$125,574

% of College Grads

35.3%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,446 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

41.9%

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2,473+ Sq Ft

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2,025+ Sq Ft

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2.5 Baths
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2.5 Baths
2,924 Sq Ft

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2.5 Baths
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2.5 Baths
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1 Bath

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Plainfield Academy

6th to 12th
Public

Liberty Christian Academy

Pre-K to 12th
Private

Furqaan Academy

Pre-K to 12th
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Gregory B. Bott Community Park

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Plainfield Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Plainfield, IL and is served by the Plainfield School District No. 202 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,088 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 25% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Plainfield Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $407,982. Discover additional schools in the area, like Plainfield Academy, Liberty Christian Academy, Furqaan Academy, and more. Learn more about what Plainfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Plainfield Central High School.

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