For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 316 students in Camden, MS (there are , serving 146 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in Camden, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
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 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Camden, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 103 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 213 students
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?
68% of all K-12 students in Camden are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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