Serving 652 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Princeton Elementary School serves a central area in Saint Clair Shores, MI, encompassing approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 652 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #612 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Princeton Elementary School often compared to?
Princeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School, Harmon Elementary School, Rodgers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
652 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Princeton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Elementary School?
Princeton Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Lakeview Public Schools (Macomb).
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