Serving 1,498 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Camden Prep Inc. ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,498 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camden Prep Inc.'s student population of 1,498 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 1400% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,498 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Camden Prep Inc. ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Prep Inc. is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1863 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Prep Inc.'s ranking?
Camden Prep Inc. is ranked #1863 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Camden Prep Inc.?
1,498 students attend Camden Prep Inc..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Camden Prep Inc. students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Camden Prep Inc. offer ?
Camden Prep Inc. offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden Prep Inc. part of?
Camden Prep Inc. is part of Camden Prep Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Camden Prep Inc. located?
Camden Prep Inc. is located in the Liberty Park neighborhood of Camden, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Liberty Park.
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