Princeton Primary School serves 475 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Princeton Primary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Princeton Primary School is 0.39, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
8%
4%
White
77%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Princeton Primary School?
475 students attend Princeton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Princeton Primary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Princeton Primary School?
Princeton Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher 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 School District.
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