Princeton Primary School serves 448 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princeton Primary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Where Tiger Cubs learn to ROAR!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Princeton Primary School is 0.40, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
7%
4%
White
76%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Princeton Primary School?
448 students attend Princeton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Princeton Primary School students are White, 14% 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 Primary School?
Princeton Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton Primary School offer ?
Princeton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Princeton Primary School part of?
Princeton Primary School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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