School Overview
Princeton High School, located at 101 Dr. Donnie H. Jones Jr. Blvd in Princeton, North Carolina, serves as a vital educational hub within the Johnston County Public Schools system. As a community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic achievement, student engagement, and personal growth. It serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or join the military.

Beyond academics, Princeton High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement, including athletics, clubs, and service-oriented organizations that help students develop leadership and teamwork skills. The school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Princeton, maintaining a close-knit atmosphere where faculty and staff strive to support the unique needs of every student. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a supportive school culture, Princeton High remains committed to its mission of empowering students to become responsible and productive members of their community.
1,024
Total Students
67.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Princeton High
Demographic Student Count
White691
Hispanic186
Black90
Asian5
Two or More50
American Indian2
  • White
    691 (67.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    186 (18.2 %)
  • Black
    90 (8.8 %)
  • Two or More
    50 (4.9 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Johnston County Public Schools
Phone: (919)936-5011
Website: http://phs.johnston.k12.nc.us
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 1,024
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 67.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 980
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 119
Grade 7 160
Grade 8 142
Grade 9 150
Grade 10 154
Grade 11 156
Grade 12 143

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Princeton High
Grade Student Count
Grade 6119
Grade 7160
Grade 8142
Grade 9150
Grade 10154
Grade 11156
Grade 12143
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Princeton High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female47746.6%
Male54753.4%