Serving 1,349 students in grades 9-12, Princeton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Princeton High School's student population of 1,349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Princeton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1402 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
30%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton High School's ranking?
Princeton High School is ranked #1402 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Princeton High School?
The graduation rate of Princeton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Princeton High School?
1,349 students attend Princeton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Princeton High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton High School?
Princeton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princeton High School offer ?
Princeton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Princeton High School part of?
Princeton High School is part of Princeton ISD School District.
School Reviews
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