Serving 437 students in grades 6-8, Princeton Community Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Princeton Community Middle School's student population of 437 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Princeton Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Community Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1237 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
79%
62%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Community Middle School's ranking?
Princeton Community Middle School is ranked #1237 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Princeton Community Middle School often compared to?
Princeton Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Branch Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Princeton Community Middle School?
437 students attend Princeton Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Princeton Community Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Community Middle School?
Princeton Community Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Princeton Community Middle School offer ?
Princeton Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Community Middle School part of?
Princeton Community Middle School is part of North Gibson School Corporation School District.
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