Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#933 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
9%
25%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #933 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Princeton Elementary School often compared to?
Princeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Four Oaks Elementary School, Pine Level Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
713 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Princeton Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Elementary School?
Princeton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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