Very Good
#241 of 635 schools in WV
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
Princeton Primary School
Elementary School · MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS
180 Tiger Dr, Princeton, WV 24739
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Princeton. Learn more
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#241 of 635
In Princeton
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 24
MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Princeton Primary School
Elementary School in Princeton · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Princeton Senior High School
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Mercer Elementary
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Princeton Primary School
Princeton Primary School is a public elementary school in Princeton, WV, part of MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS. Princeton Primary School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Princeton Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 635 schools in WV.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- WV avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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How Princeton Primary School Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
180 Tiger Dr, Princeton, WV 24739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Princeton Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Straley Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lashmeet/Matoaka Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Matoaka), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spanishburg (rated 7.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Spanisburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Senior High School Princeton | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Mercer Elementary Princeton | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Straley Elementary School Princeton | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Silver Springs Early Learning Center Princeton | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Glenwood School (K-8) Princeton | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Melrose Elementary School Princeton | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Mountain Valley Elementary School Bluefield | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Pikeview Middle School Princeton | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Pikeview High School Princeton | 5.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Spanishburg Spanisburg | 5.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Athens Elementary School Athens | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Bland County High Rocky Gap | 8.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Lashmeet/Matoaka Elementary School Matoaka | 8.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Montcalm Elementary School Rock | 7.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Oakvale School Princeton | 8.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Montcalm High School Rock | 8.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Bluefield High School Bluefield | 9.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Bluefield Primary School Bluefield | 10.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bluewell Elementary School Bluefield | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,096
Median Home Value
$122,400
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
13,093
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
47.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Elm Elementary School Shinnston, WV | 7.0 |
| Chapmanville Intermediate School Chapmanville, WV | 7.0 |
| Clendenin Elementary School Elkview, WV | 7.0 |
| Simpson Elementary School Bridgeport, WV | 7.0 |
| Brookhaven Elementary School Morgantown, WV | 7.1 |
| Buckhannon Academy Elementary School Buckhannon, WV | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Princeton Primary School
What grades does Princeton Primary School serve?
Princeton Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Princeton Primary School?
Princeton Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Princeton Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Princeton Primary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Princeton Primary School rank in WV?
Princeton Primary School ranks #241 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Princeton Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Princeton Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Princeton Primary School a charter school?
No, Princeton Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Princeton Primary School a Title I school?
No, Princeton Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.9%
- Phone
- (304) 487-3904
Resources & Links
District
MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 8,540
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,583
- District Rank
- #9 of 24
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