Serving 110 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 110 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
110 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Princeton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Elementary School?
Princeton Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Princeton School District.
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