Serving 454 students in grades 4-5, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
15%
42%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
454 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Princeton Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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