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Camden High School

High School · Camden City School District

1700 Park Boulevard, Camden, NJ 08103

Enrollment

404

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

3.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,450 of 2,466

In Camden

#19 of 20

public schools

In district

#15 of 16

Camden City School District

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Camden High School

3.0/10

High School in Camden · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Camden High School

Camden High School is a public high school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Camden High School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Camden High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,450 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Camden High School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Camden High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

83% of students at Camden High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-40.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-52.5 pts
Overall Proficiency3% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-39.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate52%
AP Participation8.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$44,954
Chronic Absenteeism83.4%

Camden High School — Students at Camden High School score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 5.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 14.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2010
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
3%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
4%
2017
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
0.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
0.5%
ELA
2.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024
Math
1.1%
ELA
8.5%
2025
Math
0.7%
ELA
5.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Camden High School Compares

See how Camden High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
1th percentile in NJ
Academic
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 3.2
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
83.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
8.4% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1700 Park Boulevard, Camden, NJ 08103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Camden High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School (rated 5.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Camden Big Picture Learning Academy (rated 5.5/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Creative Arts High School (rated 5.0/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden 0.0 mi 5.6
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy Camden 0.0 mi 5.5
Creative Arts High School Camden 0.0 mi 5.0
Forest Hill School Camden 0.1 mi 5.3
Early Childhood Development Center Camden 0.2 mi 4.9
Thomas H. Dudley Family School Camden 0.6 mi 6.0
Camden Prep Inc. Camden 0.9 mi 3.0
JDT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pennsauken 0.8 mi
Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. Camden 1.0 mi 5.1
A.E. Burling High School Pennsauken 0.9 mi
Woodlynne Boro Public School Woodlynne 1.2 mi 7.1
Veterans Memorial Family School Camden 1.2 mi 5.7
ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Camden 1.1 mi 6.5
Riletta Twyne Cream Early Childhood Center Camden 1.2 mi 6.4
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School Camden 1.3 mi 5.9
KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation Newark 1.2 mi 3.5
Mark Newbie Elementary School Collingswood 1.4 mi 4.8
Leap Academy University Charter School Camden 1.3 mi 6.5
East Side High School Camden 1.3 mi 3.0
Henry B. Wilson Family School Camden 1.5 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,563

Median Home Value

$103,800

Median Rent

$1,203/mo

Population

13,137

College Educated

9.9%

Homeownership

33.3%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

30.1%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Camden High School

What grades does Camden High School serve?

Camden High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Camden High School?

Camden High School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Camden High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Camden High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Camden High School rank in NJ?

Camden High School ranks #2,450 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Camden High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Camden High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Camden High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Camden High School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Camden High School a charter school?

No, Camden High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Camden High School a Title I school?

No, Camden High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Camden High School?

45.5% of students at Camden High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
83.4%
4-Year Graduation
52.0%

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