Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Camden Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden Jr High School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Camden Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Jr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#910 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
3%
21%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Jr High School's ranking?
Camden Jr High School is ranked #910 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Camden Jr High School?
371 students attend Camden Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Camden Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camden Jr High School?
Camden Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Camden Jr High School offer ?
Camden Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Camden Jr High School part of?
Camden Jr High School is part of Benton County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2007
I think the academic programs are average and the extracurricular activities are limmited. The awards presented are exeptionaly good and the facilities are not the best but not terrible. The level of parent involvment is not too high but its okay.
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