Serving 491 students in grades 4-5, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
15%
42%
White
64%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
491 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Princeton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Elementary School?
Princeton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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