Very Good
#562 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 23% in state
Princeton Charter School
Elementary School · Princeton Charter School
100 Bunn Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#562 of 2,466
In Princeton
#3 of 7
public schools
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Princeton Charter School
Elementary School in Princeton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Princeton Middle School
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Princeton High School
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About Princeton Charter School
Princeton Charter School is a public elementary school in Princeton, NJ, part of Princeton Charter School. Princeton Charter School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Princeton Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #562 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Princeton Charter School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Princeton Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Princeton Charter School — Students at Princeton Charter School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ 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: 6.6/10.
How Princeton Charter School Compares
See how Princeton Charter School 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
100 Bunn Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Princeton Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Community Park School Princeton | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Littlebrook School Princeton | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Riverside School Princeton | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| STUART COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| PRINCETON DAY SCHOOL Princeton | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Johnson Park School Princeton | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Princeton | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| EDEN SCHOOL Princeton | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON Princeton | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PRINCETON INTERNATIONAL SCHL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Princeton | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ROCK BROOK SCHOOL Skillman | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL Princeton | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,898
Median Home Value
$723,400
Median Rent
$2,083/mo
Population
49,499
College Educated
82.4%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belleville PS4 Belleville, NJ | 7.6 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville, NJ | 7.6 |
| Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ | 7.6 |
| Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.6 |
| Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood, NJ | 7.6 |
| Commercial Township School Port Norris, NJ | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Princeton Charter School
What grades does Princeton Charter School serve?
Princeton Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Princeton Charter School?
Princeton Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Princeton Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Princeton Charter School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Princeton Charter School rank in NJ?
Princeton Charter School ranks #562 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Princeton Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Princeton Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Princeton Charter School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Princeton Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Princeton Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Princeton Charter School a Title I school?
No, Princeton Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princeton Charter School?
4.0% of students at Princeton Charter 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.9%
- Phone
- (609) 924-0575
Resources & Links
District
Princeton Charter School- District Enrollment
- 424
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,085
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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