For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,597 students in Princeton, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Princeton, TX are Smith Elementary School, Southard Middle School and Harper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Princeton, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Princeton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Princeton, TX (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2101 Forest Meadow Dr
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: K-5
| 678 students
Rank: #22.
Southard Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
455 Monte Carlo Blvd
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 932 students
Rank: #33.
Harper Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8080 Cr 398
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: K-5
| 578 students
Rank: #44.
Lacy Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
224 E College St
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: K-5
| 620 students
Rank: #55.
Lowe Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
450 Beauchamp Blvd
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: K-5
| 655 students
Rank: #66.
Clark Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Panther Pkwy
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 580 students
Rank: #77.
Godwin Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1019 N 6th St
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: K-5
| 554 students
Rank: n/an/a
Huddleston Special Programs Center
Alternative School
600 Mabel Ave
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Princeton, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Collin County J J A E P Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
321 Panther Pkwy
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: 9-10
| n/a students
301 N Fifth St
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: 6
| 397 students
Princeton Daep (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
600 Mabel Ave
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Princeton, TX 75407
(469) 952-5400
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Princeton, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Princeton, TX include Smith Elementary School, Southard Middle School and Harper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Princeton, TX?
8 public elementary schools are located in Princeton, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in Princeton, TX?
Princeton, TX public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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