Plainfield Catholic School in Moosup, CT serves 216 co–educational students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 with 12 full–time teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
As a Catholic school affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), it integrates religious instruction within its academic curriculum.
Approximately 8.8% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the rural Moosup community.
Plainfield Catholic School is part of the local private school landscape near Danielson, CT, providing early education through middle school options for families seeking Catholic–based schooling.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
216 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Plainfield Catholic School?
The application deadline for Plainfield Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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