Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Camden Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Camden Elementary of the Creative Arts serves the southwest part of Camden, SC, covering an area of approximately 26.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden Elementary School's student population of 644 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Galloping to Greatness
School Rankings
Camden Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
30%
31%
White
50%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Elementary School's ranking?
Camden Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Camden Elementary School often compared to?
Camden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lugoff Elementary School, Wateree Elementary School, Jackson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Camden Elementary School?
644 students attend Camden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Camden Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Camden Elementary School offer ?
Camden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camden Elementary School part of?
Camden Elementary School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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