Best Schools in Princeton, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Princeton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Princeton High
High · Princeton Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Princeton Elementary
Elementary · Princeton Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$435,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$435,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Princeton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Princeton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Princeton High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Princeton Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $82,692
- Median home value
- $435,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Princeton compares
Median household income
$83k
83% of California median
About Schools in Princeton, California
Princeton, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Princeton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Princeton is Princeton High with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Princeton is served by 1 school district: Princeton Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 117 students.
Princeton's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,692. The poverty rate in the area is 16.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Princeton
Princeton, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,692
Median Home Value
$435,000
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
494
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
62%
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Community Profile
Princeton has a median household income of $82,692. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $435,000, with a median rent of $1,208/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in California
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Princeton, California
How many schools are in Princeton, California?
Princeton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Princeton, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Princeton is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Princeton, California?
The top-ranked school in Princeton on MySchoolScout is Princeton High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Princeton, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Princeton on MySchoolScout is Princeton Elementary with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Princeton, California?
The top-ranked high school in Princeton on MySchoolScout is Princeton High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Princeton, California?
Princeton is served by 1 school district: Princeton Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Princeton, California?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Princeton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Princeton, California?
The median household income in Princeton is approximately $82,692 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Princeton, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Princeton is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Princeton, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.