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#1397 of 2,648 schools in NC
Princeville Elementary
Elementary School · Edgecombe County Public Schools
306 Walston Street, Tarboro, NC 27886
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,397 of 2,648
In Tarboro
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Edgecombe County Public Schools
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Princeville Elementary
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About Princeville Elementary
Princeville Elementary is a public elementary school in Tarboro, NC, part of Edgecombe County Public Schools. Princeville Elementary serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Princeville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,397 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Princeville Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Princeville Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
47% of students at Princeville Elementary 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
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Princeville Elementary — Students at Princeville Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Princeville Elementary Compares
See how Princeville Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
306 Walston Street, Tarboro, NC 27886
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Princeville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Martin Millennium Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is G W Carver Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Pinetops), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coker-Wimberly Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Battleboro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tarboro, see our Tarboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W A Pattillo Middle Tarboro | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Martin Millennium Academy Tarboro | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Stocks Elementary Tarboro | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Tarboro High Tarboro | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Edgecombe Early College High Tarboro | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| North East Carolina Prep Tarboro | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| North Edgecombe High Tarboro | 7.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Coker-Wimberly Elementary Battleboro | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SouthWest Edgecombe High Pinetops | 8.2 mi | 4.2 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops | 9.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Northwest Elementary Greenville | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| South Edgecombe Middle Pinetops | 10.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Bethel Elementary Bethel | 10.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Hobgood Charter School Hobgood | 12.1 mi | 6.0 |
| HOBGOOD ACADEMY Hobgood | 12.1 mi | — |
| G W Bulluck Elementary Rocky Mount | 10.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Phillips Middle Battleboro | 12.0 mi | 4.6 |
| West Edgecombe Middle Rocky Mount | 11.9 mi | 4.2 |
| North Pitt High Bethel | 13.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Falkland Elementary Greenville | 15.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,180
Median Home Value
$121,800
Median Rent
$751/mo
Population
18,560
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
46.4
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|---|---|
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| Druid Hills Academy Charlotte, NC | 6.2 |
| Forbush Elementary East Bend, NC | 6.2 |
| Havelock Elementary Havelock, NC | 6.2 |
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 6.2 |
| Kirkman Park Elementary High Point, NC | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Princeville Elementary
What grades does Princeville Elementary serve?
Princeville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Princeville Elementary?
Princeville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Princeville Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Princeville Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Princeville Elementary rank in NC?
Princeville Elementary ranks #1,397 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Princeville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Princeville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Princeville Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Princeville Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Princeville Elementary a charter school?
No, Princeville Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Princeville Elementary a Title I school?
No, Princeville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princeville Elementary?
95.7% of students at Princeville Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Edgecombe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (252) 823-4718
Resources & Links
District
Edgecombe County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,299
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,702
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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