For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,746 students in 38320, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 38320, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38320, TN are Briarwood School, Camden Central High School and Camden Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38320 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38320, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 38320, TN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
169 Briarwood Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4257
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4257
Grades: 3-5
| 381 students
Rank: #22.
Camden Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
115 Schools Dr
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-7254
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-7254
Grades: 9-12
| 521 students
Rank: #33.
Camden Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
75 Schools Dr
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4518
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4518
Grades: 6-8
| 371 students
Rank: n/an/a
Benton County Academy
Magnet School
175 Briarwood Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-1372
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-1372
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Camden Elementary School
Magnet School
208 Washington Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4918
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4918
Grades: PK-2
| 473 students
Rank: n/an/a
Senator Frank P. Lashlee Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
155 Schools Dr
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4492
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4492
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38320, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38320, TN include Briarwood School, Camden Central High School and Camden Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 38320?
6 public schools are located in 38320.
What percentage of students in 38320 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 38320 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38320?
38320 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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