Serving 291 students in grades 4-5, Plainfield Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainfield Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Plainfield Memorial School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Your Partner in Education
School Rankings
Plainfield Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainfield Memorial School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#596 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
83%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainfield Memorial School's ranking?
Plainfield Memorial School is ranked #596 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Plainfield Memorial School?
291 students attend Plainfield Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Plainfield Memorial School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainfield Memorial School?
Plainfield Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plainfield Memorial School offer ?
Plainfield Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plainfield Memorial School part of?
Plainfield Memorial School is part of Plainfield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School (Half Day)
June 18, 2026 (Thursday)
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