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Very Good

#30 of 192 private schools in SC

Top 15% of private schools

Camden Military Academy

High School

520 HWY 1 N, Camden, SC 29020

Private

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

South Carolina private schools

#30 of 192

In Camden

#1 of 2

public schools

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Camden Military Academy

7.6/10

High School in Camden · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Camden Military Academy

Camden Military Academy is a private high school in Camden, SC. Camden Military Academy serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Camden Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 192 private schools in SC.

How it compares0.3 pts above SC schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • SC avg 7.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Camden Military Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Camden Military Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Camden Military Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Camden, SC

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
260
This School
vs
624
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.8% vs 0%
Black 17.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.1% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
Camden Military Academy Camden Public Avg

All Schools in Camden

School Rating
Camden Military Academy (this school) 7.6
Jackson School 5.2
Camden Middle 4.7
Camden Elementary 5.0
Pine Tree Hill Elementary 6.6
Camden High 7.3
The Montessori School of Camden 8.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in SC.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 260
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in SC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 65.8%
Black 17.3%
Hispanic 8.1%
Two or More 5.8%
Asian 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

520 HWY 1 N, Camden, SC 29020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Camden Military Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Central High (rated 7.4/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Kershaw), with a very similar rating. Another option is Camden High (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lugoff-Elgin High (rated 7.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Lugoff), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Jackson School Camden 1.2 mi 5.2
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Camden 1.7 mi 5.5
Camden Middle Camden 2.1 mi 4.7
Pine Tree Hill Elementary Camden 3.2 mi 6.6
Camden Elementary Camden 3.1 mi 5.0
MOUNT OLIVET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Camden 4.4 mi
Camden High Camden 4.0 mi 7.3
The Montessori School of Camden Camden 4.3 mi 8.6
Midway Elementary Cassatt 6.3 mi 4.6
Lugoff Elementary Lugoff 8.4 mi 6.4
Lugoff-Elgin Middle Lugoff 9.0 mi 4.7
North Central Elementary Kershaw 10.4 mi 5.1
North Central Middle Kershaw 10.5 mi 5.5
Lugoff-Elgin High Lugoff 9.3 mi 7.0
North Central High Kershaw 10.8 mi 7.4
Wateree Elementary Lugoff 10.4 mi 5.6
West Lee Elementary Rembert 11.7 mi 5.4
Lewis High Rembert 13.7 mi
Doby's Mill Elementary Lugoff 13.2 mi 4.7
Rafting Creek Elementary Rembert 15.7 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,389

Median Home Value

$208,800

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

22,868

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

44.5

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Hannah Pamplico High Pamplico, SC 8.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Camden Military Academy

What grades does Camden Military Academy serve?

Camden Military Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Camden Military Academy?

Camden Military Academy has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Camden Military Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Camden Military Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Camden Military Academy rank in SC?

Camden Military Academy ranks #30 of 192 private schools in SC.

What is Camden Military Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Camden Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Camden Military Academy a private school?

Yes, Camden Military Academy is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Camden Military Academy a religious school?

No, Camden Military Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
260
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Kershaw County

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