Serving 751 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Princeton Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lithonia, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 1.5 miles away from its edges and some as far as 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 751 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1730 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
7%
5%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #1730 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Princeton Elementary School often compared to?
Princeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
751 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Princeton Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Elementary School?
Princeton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
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