Serving 103 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Camden Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Camden Elementary School's student population of 103 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Camden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
97%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Elementary School's ranking?
Camden Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Camden Elementary School often compared to?
Camden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Smith Elementary School, East Flora Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Camden Elementary School?
103 students attend Camden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Camden Elementary School students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camden Elementary School?
Camden Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Camden Elementary School offer ?
Camden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Camden Elementary School part of?
Camden Elementary School is part of Madison Co School District.
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