Serving 1,019 students in grades 6-12, Princeton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Princeton High School's student population of 1,019 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,019 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1561 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton High School's ranking?
Princeton High School is ranked #1561 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Princeton High School often compared to?
Princeton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Johnston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC 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 North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Princeton High School?
1,019 students attend Princeton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Princeton High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton High School?
Princeton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princeton High School offer ?
Princeton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Princeton High School part of?
Princeton High School is part of Johnston County Public Schools School District.
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