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5 schools in Princeton

Kentucky · Public K-12

Princeton's public-school directory totals 5 schools, with student enrollment near 1,879 (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high).

7-year change in Princeton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,879
-145 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
81%
was 85%
% Hispanic
3%
was 2%
% Black
6%
was 8%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Caldwell County Area Technology CenterHigh08-120
Caldwell County Elementary SchoolElementary03-05386
Caldwell County High SchoolHigh09-12561
Caldwell County Middle SchoolMiddle06-08400
Caldwell County Primary SchoolElementaryPK-02532

About Princeton

Public education in Princeton, Kentucky runs across 5 schools that teaches roughly 1,879 students. By footprint, Princeton sits in the thinly populated bracket.

On the school-mix side, the city spans 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

Average school size in Princeton is around 376 students, 19% below the Kentucky average of about 467.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Princeton has contracted 7% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,024 students to 1,879. The White share of public-school enrollment fell from 85% to 81%.

On allk12, the community for Princeton discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Princeton, Kentucky?
There are 5 public K-12 schools in Princeton, with a combined enrollment of about 1,879.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Princeton?
Princeton has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Princeton?
Caldwell County High School is the largest public school in Princeton by enrollment, with approximately 561 students.
What school districts serve Princeton?
Princeton is served by 2 public school districts, including Caldwell County, Kentucky Tech System.
What grade levels do public schools in Princeton cover?
Public schools in Princeton serve students from pre-K through grade 12.