Princeton Primary School serves 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Princeton, MN, covering approximately 236.9 square miles, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to the zone edge and a typical drive of 15-20 minutes for families. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princeton Primary School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Princeton is an innovative leader in instruction, developing in every learner the ability to succeed in an ever-changing world.'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Princeton Primary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Princeton Primary School?
639 students attend Princeton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Princeton Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Primary School?
Princeton Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton Primary School offer ?
Princeton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Primary School part of?
Princeton Primary School is part of Princeton Public School District.
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