PRINCETON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
PRINCETON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Mercer County Schools school district, located in PRINCETON, WV with about 991 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 54 teachers, PRINCETON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1321 Stafford Drive in Princeton, West Virginia, serves as a primary educational anchor for students in Mercer County. As the home of the "Tigers," the school is a central part of the local community, offering a comprehensive high school experience that focuses on preparing students for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce. The campus serves as a hub for academic, athletic, and extracurricular engagement, fostering a sense of school spirit and local identity among its student body.
Academically, the school provides a traditional curriculum supplemented by various elective courses, advanced placement opportunities, and career-technical pathways designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. Beyond the classroom, Princeton Senior High is well-regarded for its active participation in West Virginia secondary athletics and a variety of clubs and organizations. By balancing rigorous coursework with vibrant student activities, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute to the Princeton community and beyond.
For more information, contact PRINCETON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 425-8101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PRINCETON, WV 24740-2467
(304) 425-8101
PRINCETON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PRINCETON, WV with about 991 enrolled students. See other public high schools in West Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Mercer County Schools
- Total Students:
- 991
- Teachers:
- 54
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- 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 991 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PRINCETON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.0%
- Black or African American
- 8.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.9%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.5%
- Male
- 49.5%
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.