Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princeton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Princeton School's student population of 213 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#794 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
99%
32%
White
n/a
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton School's ranking?
Princeton School is ranked #794 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Princeton School often compared to?
Princeton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park Elementary School, Sun Valley Elementary School, Washington K8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Princeton School?
213 students attend Princeton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Princeton School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton School?
Princeton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Princeton School offer ?
Princeton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Princeton School part of?
Princeton School is part of Birmingham City School District.
School Calendar
View the Princeton School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Students' Last Day
June 04, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day for Teachers / Teacher Work Day
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
Student's First Day
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 25, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 3/7/2011
100% the best school in Birmingham. Wish it went to 8th grade
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