Serving 983 students in grades 9-12, Princeton Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Princeton Senior High School's student population of 983 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Senior High School is 0.27, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
85%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Senior High School's ranking?
Princeton Senior High School is ranked #210 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Princeton Senior High School often compared to?
Princeton Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pikeview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Princeton Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Princeton Senior High School is 86%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Princeton Senior High School?
983 students attend Princeton Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Princeton Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Senior High School?
Princeton Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton Senior High School offer ?
Princeton Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Senior High School part of?
Princeton Senior High School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
There are a lot of opportunities here. Students excel in academics. Band and Madrigals are second to none. There are a lot of sports activities too for both girls and boys. The teachers are willing to help students and really care about the students.
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