Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Princeton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Princeton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Princeton Middle School's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Live to Learn, Learn to Live
Princeton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Princeton Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
11%
Hispanic
16%
34%
Black
6%
14%
White
47%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Princeton Middle School's ranking?
Princeton Middle School is ranked #345 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Princeton Middle School often compared to?
Princeton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Charter School, Timberlane Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Princeton Middle School?
780 students attend Princeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Princeton Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Princeton Middle School?
Princeton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Princeton Middle School offer ?
Princeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Middle School part of?
Princeton Middle School is part of Princeton Public School District.
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