Serving 104 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Camden Elementary School's student population of 104 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 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 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
97%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Elementary School's ranking?
Camden Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Camden Elementary School?
104 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 7:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
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 Dist School District.
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