Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Princeton Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Princeton Middle School's student population of 804 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Middle School's ranking?
Princeton Middle School is ranked #184 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Princeton Middle School often compared to?
Princeton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Charter School, Timberlane Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Princeton Middle School?
804 students attend Princeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Princeton Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Middle School?
Princeton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Princeton Middle School offer ?
Princeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Princeton Middle School part of?
Princeton Middle School is part of Princeton Public School District.
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