Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Princeton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Princeton Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Rankings
Princeton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1250 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
33%
24%
Black
60%
32%
White
2%
31%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton Elementary School's ranking?
Princeton Elementary School is ranked #1250 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Princeton Elementary School often compared to?
Princeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Beanes Elementary School, Suitland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Princeton Elementary School?
269 students attend Princeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Princeton Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Elementary School?
Princeton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Princeton Elementary School offer ?
Princeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Princeton Elementary School part of?
Princeton Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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