Best Schools in Princeton, North Carolina
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 Elementary
Elementary · Johnston County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Princeton High
High · Johnston County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$194,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$194,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.8 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 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Princeton Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Princeton High | 6.4 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $73,507
- Median home value
- $194,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Princeton compares
Median household income
$74k
108% of North Carolina median
Johnston County Public Schools runs Princeton's public schools
2 public schools. Johnston County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Princeton is a Johnston County Public Schools school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 6.6 — the spread is inside Princeton, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Princeton, North Carolina
Princeton, North Carolina 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 6.5 out of 10, schools in Princeton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Princeton is Princeton Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Princeton is served by 1 school district: Johnston County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 37,289 students.
Princeton's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,507. The poverty rate in the area is 12.2%.
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 | 787 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,021 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Princeton
Princeton, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,507
Median Home Value
$194,000
Median Rent
$967/mo
Population
8,396
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Community Profile
Princeton has a median household income of $73,507. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $194,000, with a median rent of $967/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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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, North Carolina
How many schools are in Princeton, North Carolina?
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, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Princeton is 6.5 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, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Princeton on MySchoolScout is Princeton Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Princeton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Princeton on MySchoolScout is Princeton Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Princeton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Princeton on MySchoolScout is Princeton High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Princeton, North Carolina?
Princeton is served by 1 school district: Johnston County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Princeton, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Princeton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Princeton, North Carolina?
The median household income in Princeton is approximately $73,507 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Princeton, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Princeton is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Princeton, North Carolina?
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, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.