Serving 739 students in grades 6-8, Princeton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princeton Middle School's student population of 739 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Princeton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#930 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Middle School's ranking?
Princeton Middle School is ranked #930 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Princeton Middle School?
739 students attend Princeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Princeton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Middle School?
Princeton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Princeton Middle School offer ?
Princeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Middle School part of?
Princeton Middle School is part of Princeton Public School District.
School Reviews
5 12/17/2007
i love this school because it is alot better then all my other schools that i have been to in 4 years.i would recommend this school to anyone the students and the teachers are verry nice to all of us they treat us like were one of them.there you will want to never to leave becauseeverone is nice
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