Serving 464 students in grades 9-12, Camden County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Camden County High School's student population of 464 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Camden County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden County High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#712 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
78%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden County High School's ranking?
Camden County High School is ranked #712 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Camden County High School often compared to?
Camden County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camden County High School?
The graduation rate of Camden County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Camden County High School?
464 students attend Camden County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Camden County High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camden County High School?
Camden County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Camden County High School offer ?
Camden County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden County High School part of?
Camden County High School is part of Camden County Schools School District.
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