Suburb
South Plainfield
- B+Overall Grade
- Suburb in New Jersey
- 46 reviews
- Public SchoolsB-
- Crime & SafetyB
- HousingC+
- NightlifeB+
- Good for FamiliesB+
- DiversityA
- JobsB
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingC
- Health & FitnessA
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteB
Real Estate
South Plainfield Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
B
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$91,957
National
$55,322Children
17%
Top Public Schools Serving South Plainfield
- A-
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
- South Plainfield Public Schools, NJ
- K-4
- B+
Roosevelt Elementary School
- South Plainfield Public Schools, NJ
- PK, K-4
- B+
John E. Riley Elementary School
- South Plainfield Public Schools, NJ
- K-4
- B+
South Plainfield High School
- South Plainfield Public Schools, NJ
- 9-12
- 185 reviews
- B+
Franklin Elementary School
- South Plainfield Public Schools, NJ
- K-4
- 7 reviews
South Plainfield Reviews
46 reviews
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I grew up in South Plainfield and just love it. The people are friendly and the neighborhood is clean. It has beautiful parks that provide a common place for social and chance meetings. People often go to this park for exercise since there is a mile path around it.For a small town there are plenty of places to shop and dine, however , I would like to see some fine dining restaurants come to town in addition to the diner-style and fast food places. The mayor of town is very friendly and works hard at keeping our town up to date and current. He makes sure we have a safe environment with his police staffing especially when schools are concerned. Our town comes together every Labor Day for a spectacular 2 hour parade which ends at the Middle School with vendors, music,and food. The day ends with a spectacular fireworks display. I think these are some reasons why when kids grow up they look to stay in town and start a family of there own!
South Plainfield is a great town for both kids and adults. It has a wide variety of recreational activities for children of all ages, as well as plenty of events for adults to attend for a night out. It takes pride in having a small hometown type of feeling and it's well-known wrestling program. South Plainfield's school district is one that ensures the safety of the students, while instilling a passion for learning. As you can see, South Plainfield has it all!
As a half Italian, half Indian student, growing up in South Plainfield was the best option for me since I was presented the opportunity to experience the true beauty of diversity. Classmates and neighbors were very friendly and I've found lifelong friends who live within 2 minutes from me. Residents of South Plainfield are very caring and understanding, whether it's the local store clerk or the neighbor whose recycling bin is always filled with my family's cans and bottles. Judging from experience, South Plainfield is one of the most suitable towns in New Jersey to raise children. By raising a child in South Plainfield, one is offering their son or daughter a childhood filled with constant positive interactions. Nothing compares to taking a trip to Bagel Pantry for a rainbow bagel, riding a bike through Spring Lake Park, or waving to your neighbors as you pull out of the driveway for a vacation. South Plainfield is a town filled with beautiful, positive energy.