Serving 150 students in grades 7-12, Camden Big Picture Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MET EAST HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire Camden, NJ school district, encompassing approximately 10.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy's student population of 150 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Big Picture Learning Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2108 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
67%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Big Picture Learning Academy's ranking?
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy is ranked #2108 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Camden Big Picture Learning Academy often compared to?
Camden Big Picture Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Camden High School, Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camden Big Picture Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Camden Big Picture Learning Academy is 90%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Camden Big Picture Learning Academy?
150 students attend Camden Big Picture Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Camden Big Picture Learning Academy students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camden Big Picture Learning Academy?
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Camden Big Picture Learning Academy offer ?
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden Big Picture Learning Academy part of?
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy is part of Camden City School District.
In what neighborhood is Camden Big Picture Learning Academy located?
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Camden, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in Parkside.
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