PRINCETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Princeton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Princeton Public Schools school district, located in Princeton, ME with about 137 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, Princeton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Princeton Elementary School, located at 289 Main Street in Princeton, Maine, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As a small-town school, it is deeply integrated into the fabric of the rural Washington County area, providing core academic instruction to students in the primary grade levels. The school is part of the broader regional education system, reflecting the state’s commitment to providing accessible public schooling to children in Maine's smaller, more remote municipalities.

The school environment typically emphasizes a close-knit atmosphere where personalized attention and community involvement are prioritized. By fostering a supportive setting for young learners, Princeton Elementary aims to build a strong educational baseline in literacy, mathematics, and social development. Given its location in the quiet, scenic landscape of eastern Maine, the school often benefits from strong parental engagement and a dedicated staff focused on preparing students for the transition to middle and secondary education.

For more information, contact Princeton Elementary School at (207) 853-2567 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.