North Plainfield High School

34 Wilson Avenue

School District

North Plainfield Boro
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:11
Type

public

School Map for North Plainfield Boro School District

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Reviews

Submitted by other on March 16, 2022

I went to NPHS during its hey-day in the late 80s graduating in 1990. Teachers, students, administration were all at the top of their game. The Canucks were winning championships, theater won state championships (under the direction of the late Tom Lanno), arts were flourishing. The school and frankly the town, was a force to be reckoned with. It was an amazing education and I had an amazing experience.Then in a VERY short period of time, it all evaporated. Fights were a daily occurrence. Police were stationed at the doors (and this was in the early 90s when this was very uncommon). Plainfield and Newark students were infiltrating. Demographics of the town eroded. I'm not surprised to see the overall scores & other reviews. So sad. Hopefully one day the normals who care will retake the town and school.....
Submitted by other on September 25, 2020

Meh. Students are possibly the worst part, as one would expect. Administration is decent. We clashed a few times due to misunderstandings, but administrators are generally understanding. If you aren't in an AP/Honors class, you're wasting your time. I'd even go as far as to say that AP classes provide the best education, never mind certain Honors classes.
Submitted by other on January 20, 2018

NPHS is a great school to learn and the teachers are a great help
Submitted by other on January 20, 2018

NPHS is a very underestimated high school. The teachers there help every students with their needs and obstacles. Overall NPHS is a great school.
Submitted by parent on August 29, 2012

I find the school and staff to be just ok. I do not feel the staff go above and beyond for the students and do not provide additional information for the kids to advance unless they are asked. As parents we MUST make our presence known to the teachers, guidance counselors and principals via in-person, telephone and/or email in order for our children to get ahead, that may be one of the reasons my son is an honors student.
Submitted by other on April 26, 2012

The school is deteriorating because the teachers have lost hope in the students. There are many students coming from towns such as Plainfield and Newark, which is bringing the school down. Test scores are simply dismal and most students do not go to 4-year colleges anymore(most go to RVCC). Many students are taking classes such as Biology or Algebra a year or two later than they should. The only students getting an okay education are those in Honors/AP. PS More APs and better academic programs would improve it.
Submitted by other on November 13, 2011

This school is just horrible. The staff are the 2 stars this school gets. I found out that the honors books were used in the Somerset 6 School around the corner from this school. This shows that the students are at a 5-6th grade level. The honors math class is alright. They teach Algebra 1 in 8th grade, but I learned that in 6th grade. This is not a great school to go to, I recommend going to Rutgers Prep or the Watchung Hills High School.
Submitted by other on November 11, 2010

North Plainfield High School Is a great school for kids who do not hv a place to fit in. This high school doesn't discriminate and there is a place for everyone. I love this school and the teachers make the place even better. Even though we do not have a lot we make do of what we do have.
Submitted by parent on April 06, 2010

I think North Plainfield Middle/High School is an exellent school because of the caring staff. The staff helps students with problems with their skills or any other conflicts. Another reason I think good about the school is the activities like sport, clubs, etc. that the school offers.
Submitted by parent on February 19, 2010

I think NPHS is great for the Kids. The activities are awsome. The classes and teachers are impressive especially the music teacher. I only see one problem and that is the dress of some of the boys. The pants pulled down exposing the underwear is both unacceptable and a problem should the need to run out of the school in an emergency arise. I hope this is addressed.
Submitted by student on January 02, 2009

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