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#758 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 38% in state

Princeton High School

High School · PRINCETON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

807 S 8TH AVE, Princeton, MN 55371

Enrollment

974

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#758 of 1,992

In Princeton

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

PRINCETON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Princeton High School

6.7/10

High School in Princeton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Princeton High School

Princeton High School is a public high school in Princeton, MN, part of PRINCETON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Princeton High School serves approximately 974 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Princeton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Princeton High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Princeton High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation10.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,885
Chronic Absenteeism48.9%

Princeton High School — Students at Princeton High School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
31%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
53%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Princeton High School Compares

See how Princeton High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
62th percentile in MN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
10.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·55 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

807 S 8TH AVE, Princeton, MN 55371

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Princeton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MILACA SECONDARY HIGH (rated 7.3/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Milaca), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ZIMMERMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Zimmerman), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Princeton Online MN (rated 5.9/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Princeton Online MN Princeton 0.0 mi 5.9
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Princeton 0.1 mi 7.6
Onward Transition Program Princeton 0.7 mi
Early Childhood Special Education Princeton 0.7 mi 3.7
Princeton Area Learning Center Princeton 0.9 mi
Credit Recovery Princeton 0.9 mi
Princeton Intermediate School Princeton 1.7 mi 5.9
Princeton Middle School Princeton 1.7 mi 6.5
Princeton Primary School Princeton 1.9 mi 7.2
ZIMMERMAN ELEMENTARY Zimmerman 8.2 mi 5.2
ZIMMERMAN MIDDLE Zimmerman 8.4 mi 7.0
ZIMMERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Zimmerman 8.4 mi 6.2
WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Zimmerman 8.4 mi 7.1
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pease 10.1 mi 5.1
RUM RIVER NORTH Milaca 13.7 mi 6.6
MILACA ELEMENTARY Milaca 13.7 mi 7.4
MILACA SECONDARY HIGH Milaca 13.7 mi 7.3
MILACA AREA LEARNING CENTER Milaca 13.7 mi
Milaca 7-12 Online Milaca 13.7 mi
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Foreston 13.3 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55371 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,674

Median Home Value

$299,100

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

17,376

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

82.8%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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MAHTOMEDI SENIOR HIGH Mahtomedi, MN 6.7
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Richfield, MN 6.7
HIBBING HIGH Hibbing, MN 6.8
MONTICELLO SENIOR HIGH Monticello, MN 6.8
NEW PRAGUE SENIOR HIGH New Prague, MN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Princeton High School

What grades does Princeton High School serve?

Princeton High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Princeton High School?

Princeton High School has an enrollment of approximately 974 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Princeton High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Princeton High School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Princeton High School rank in MN?

Princeton High School ranks #758 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Princeton High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Princeton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Princeton High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Princeton High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Princeton High School a charter school?

No, Princeton High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Princeton High School a Title I school?

No, Princeton High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princeton High School?

32.0% of students at Princeton High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
974
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Mille Lacs County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.9%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

PRINCETON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,217
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,885
District Rank
#2 of 6

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