Serving 99 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Camden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Camden Elementary School's student population of 99 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Camden Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
91%
45%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Madison County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Elementary School's ranking?
Camden Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Camden Elementary School?
99 students attend Camden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Camden Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camden Elementary School?
Camden Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Camden Elementary School offer ?
Camden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Camden Elementary School part of?
Camden Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools.
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