Serving 373 students in grades 6-8, Camden Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Camden Jr High School serves the southern part of its school district in Camden, TN, covering an area of approximately 214.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 8.2 miles, and the furthest point located 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden Jr High School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Camden Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Jr High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#976 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Jr High School's ranking?
Camden Jr High School is ranked #976 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Camden Jr High School?
373 students attend Camden Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Camden Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Camden Jr High School offer ?
Camden Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden Jr High School part of?
Camden Jr High School is part of Benton County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think the academic programs are average and the extracurricular activities are limmited. The awards presented are exeptionaly good and the facilities are not the best but not terrible. The level of parent involvment is not too high but its okay.
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