PRINCETON HIGH SCHOOL
Princeton High School is a public high school that is part of the Princeton Public School District school district, located in PRINCETON, NJ with about 1,610 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 129 teachers, Princeton High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 High School (PHS), located in the heart of Princeton, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public secondary school that serves the diverse student body of the Princeton Public Schools district. Known for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to intellectual growth, the school consistently ranks among the top educational institutions in the state. PHS offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level electives, and unique interdisciplinary programs, all designed to prepare students for success at competitive universities.
Beyond its academic reputation, Princeton High School prides itself on cultivating a vibrant, inclusive community with a strong emphasis on the arts, athletics, and social responsibility. The school features an extensive list of extracurricular activities, ranging from award-winning music and theater departments to competitive sports teams and various student-led clubs. By fostering a culture that values both individual excellence and collaborative engagement, PHS provides an enriching environment that encourages students to become well-rounded, globally minded citizens.
For more information, contact Princeton High School at (609) 806-4280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PRINCETON, NJ 08540-3312
(609) 806-4280
PRINCETON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PRINCETON, NJ with about 1,610 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Princeton Public School District
- Total Students:
- 1,610
- Teachers:
- 129.6
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,610 students
- White
- 55.5%
- Asian
- 24.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.1%
- Black or African American
- 5.7%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.