Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Camden Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden Jr High School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Camden Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Jr High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #703 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Camden Jr High School?
382 students attend Camden Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Camden Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Camden Jr High School?
Camden Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Camden Jr High School offer ?
Camden Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Camden Jr High School part of?
Camden Jr High School is part of Benton County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2007
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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