Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, Camden High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Camden High serves the southern part of Camden, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 131.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Camden High School's student population of 1,136 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,136 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Camden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden High School is 0.65, 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
#329 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
44%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
78%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden High School's ranking?
Camden High School is ranked #329 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Camden High School often compared to?
Camden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lugoff-elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camden High School?
The graduation rate of Camden High School is 78%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Camden High School?
1,136 students attend Camden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Camden High School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camden High School?
Camden High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Camden High School offer ?
Camden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camden High School part of?
Camden High School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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