Camden High School, or simply Camden, is a public secondary school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. It is located in and named after the Camden neighborhood. It had a student population of about 1,000 by the early 2020s.
Serving 783 students in grades 9-12, Camden High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry Senior High serves the northwest part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden High School's student population of 783 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
783 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
Strength, Unity, Forward Momentum
School Rankings
The diversity score of Camden High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Red
School Mascot
Camden Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Camden High School often compared to?
Camden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camden High School?
The graduation rate of Camden High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Camden High School?
783 students attend Camden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Camden High School students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camden High School?
Camden High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Camden High School offer ?
Camden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden High School part of?
Camden High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Camden High School located?
Camden High School is located in the Camden neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Camden.
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