Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princeton School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Princeton School's student population of 200 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Princeton School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#529 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
32%
White
n/a
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton School's ranking?
Princeton School is ranked #529 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Princeton School often compared to?
Princeton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun Valley Elementary School, Washington K8, Central Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Princeton School?
200 students attend Princeton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Princeton School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton School?
Princeton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Princeton School offer ?
Princeton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton School part of?
Princeton School is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Princeton School located?
Princeton School is located in the Rising West Princeton neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
School Reviews
5 3/7/2011
100% the best school in Birmingham. Wish it went to 8th grade
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