Princeton Middle School

300 N. Johnston Street
Princeton, WV 24740
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 503 students in grades 6-8, Princeton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 503 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Bottom 50% in WV
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Princeton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

School Overview

Princeton Middle School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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School Rankings

Princeton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Middle School is 0.33, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#437 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Princeton Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
37%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Princeton Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Princeton Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
2%
2%
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Black
7%
4%
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White
81%
89%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in West Virginia.
0.33
This chart displays the diversity score of Princeton Middle School and the public school average diversity score of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Princeton Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Princeton Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Princeton Middle School's ranking?
Princeton Middle School is ranked #437 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Princeton Middle School?
503 students attend Princeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Princeton Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Middle School?
Princeton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton Middle School offer ?
Princeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Middle School part of?
Princeton Middle School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.

School Reviews

1   3/26/2020
Poor school. IEPs not followed. Constantly on social media for it being the worst school in the county for bullying. Also, does not adhere to the dress code in force. Adm. and personnel just give excuses not solutions.
- Posted by Parent - Parent 1
5   4/23/2008
We love this school!! We went there for three years and they were the best three years of Our whole lives!We love Mr. Adkins and Mr. Buckner!! Your the Best! love always, Double L
- Posted by Administrator - lcome

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 503 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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