Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies

Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies

Public Middle, High School | Grade 7-12
1700 W Front St,  Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield Public Schools
3.7
2.8
385 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Angela Bento
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
500
Verbal
520
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
32.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

3
Test Scores
4
Equity
3
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
210:1

Student Diversity

Female
60.4%
Male
39.6%
Hispanic
69.4%
Black
29.2%
White
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#17 Best HS for the Arts in New Jersey
Source: Niche

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.
Rutgers University–New Brunswick 119 Students
Kean University 111 Students
Montclair State University 109 Students
Rutgers University - Newark 71 Students
New York University 60 Students
Seton Hall University 54 Students
New Jersey Institute of Technology 51 Students
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ 45 Students
Drew University 45 Students
Rider University 43 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 36 Students
Business 32 Students
Nursing 24 Students
Biology 21 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 16 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 13 Students
Film and Video Studies 13 Students
Graphic Design 12 Students
Architecture 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 56 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/20/2024
My experience at paaas was really good all the teachers was nice and gave instructions very clearly. My best experience is performing and my worst experience is there not being enough activities there.
4.0 Junior
5/13/2022
Greetings My name is Osagiaodouwa Ugowe I am the Class of 2023. I first started (PAAAS) when I was just in 9th grade ! . Although I didn't get to finish out the year because of COVID. The learning experience wasn't its best because we didn't get the 1 on 1 help and we were adjusting to learning on zoom . Sophomore year I was fully virtual and I got used to the routine so I had good grades online . Junior year we are now back in person it was weird at first but its been going smoothly . Interacting with the school community , and getting back to our Performances as we are a Performing Arts School.
3.0 Junior
4/27/2021
It a calm and nice school, Wish they would care about us a little more and help out our school so we could do more school production and educate us about college and our high school year.
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2.8 6 Reviews
1.0 other
2/15/2023
Sure, the place is nice but the only problem is the "privilages" that a student needs to continue enjoying the school. Heres the thing, not everyone makes these problems, not only that but even if you cancel the stuff we are allowed to do, they will continue to do it. What type of learning is that?...
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5.0 parent
2/18/2018
Both my children attend this school and they both strive in ways I wouldn't be able to imagine at any other school. They are both in AP courses, continuously aim to be on honor roll each semester and their future focus is impeccable. I would love to take the credit for having these brilliant minds b...
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1.0 other
8/31/2016
Its time to stop running away from school to school. Our young people desire to have a Education that can help them fit into a good life style that can meet their needs in life. I'm ready to sue the broad of Plainfield. Take the money and give it to my student. They buy the education they need. Wake...
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2.0 parent
11/24/2015
The principal appears to be a yes woman. When teachers call out there are usually no substitutes the children either sit in on other class which is not productive because the class is over crowed so no one is learning or they are sent to the small dance rm during a dance class. The district is horri...
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Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies

Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Plainfield, NJ, in the Plainfield neighborhood, and is served by the Plainfield Public Schools in New Jersey. The school has a total enrollment of 385 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average SAT score is 1020. The average home value in this area is $510,774. Discover additional schools in the area, like Dunellen High School, North Plainfield Middle/High School, Middlesex High School, and more. Learn more about what Plainfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Plainfield Academy for the Arts & Advanced Studies.

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