Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, Princeton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Princeton High School's student population of 974 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton High School's ranking?
Princeton High School is ranked #684 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Princeton High School often compared to?
Princeton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milaca Secondary High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Princeton High School?
The graduation rate of Princeton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Princeton High School?
974 students attend Princeton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Princeton High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton High School?
Princeton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton High School offer ?
Princeton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Princeton High School part of?
Princeton High School is part of Princeton Public School District.
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