For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,213 students in Camden, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Camden, TN are Briarwood School and Camden Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camden, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Camden have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Camden, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
169 Briarwood Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4257
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4257
Grades: 3-5
| 393 students
Rank: #22.
Camden Jr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
75 Schools Dr
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4518
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4518
Grades: 6-8
| 359 students
Rank: n/an/a
208 Washington Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4918
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4918
Grades: PK-2
| 461 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Camden, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Camden, TN include Briarwood School and Camden Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Camden?
3 public elementary schools are located in Camden.
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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