James Elementary School serves 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of James Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
22%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend James Elementary School?
477 students attend James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of James Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Elementary School?
James Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Elementary School offer ?
James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James Elementary School part of?
James Elementary School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
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