For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 319 students in Camden, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 146 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in Camden, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Camden, MS are Camden Elementary School and Velma Jackson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camden, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Camden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Camden, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Camden Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4784 Hwy 43 North
Camden, MS 39045
(662) 468-2833
Camden, MS 39045
(662) 468-2833
Gr: K-5 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Velma Jackson High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Loring Road
Camden, MS 39045
(662) 468-2531
Camden, MS 39045
(662) 468-2531
Gr: 9-13 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Camden, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Camden, MS include Camden Elementary School and Velma Jackson High School.
How many public schools are located in Camden?
2 public schools are located in Camden.
What percentage of students in Camden go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in Camden are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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