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Very Good

#474 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 27% in state

Camden JR High School

Middle School · Benton County

75 Schools DR, Camden, TN 38320

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#474 of 1,786

In Camden

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Benton County

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Camden JR High School

7.5/10

Middle School in Camden · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Camden Central High School

5.8/10

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7.4/10

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About Camden JR High School

Camden JR High School is a public middle school in Camden, TN, part of Benton County. Camden JR High School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Camden JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #474 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Camden JR High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Camden JR High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,411
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Camden JR High School — Students at Camden JR High School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
38.7%
ELA
25.2%
2025
Math
47%
ELA
27.4%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Camden JR High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in TN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

75 Schools DR, Camden, TN 38320

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Camden JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. W O Inman Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Paris), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Huntingdon Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Huntingdon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Camden Central High School Camden 0.1 mi 5.8
Camden Elementary Camden 0.3 mi 7.4
Briarwood School Camden 0.4 mi 7.0
CAMDEN UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Camden 1.1 mi
Lakeview Elementary New Johnsonville 9.1 mi 5.8
Big Sandy School Big Sandy 10.9 mi 7.2
Central Elementary Bruceton 9.2 mi 8.2
Central High School Bruceton 9.2 mi 6.8
Holladay Elementary Holladay 14.1 mi 4.0
Waverly Central High School Waverly 14.1 mi 5.5
Huntingdon High School Huntingdon 16.1 mi 6.1
Carroll Co Tech Center Huntingdon 16.3 mi
Henry Co High School Paris 18.8 mi 7.3
W G Rhea Elementary Paris 18.9 mi 6.6
Paris Elementary Paris 18.9 mi 7.6
WESTON CLASSICAL SCHOOL Paris 19.9 mi
Lakewood Elementary Buchanan 20.9 mi 6.6
E. W. Grove School Paris 19.7 mi 4.2
W O Inman Middle School Paris 19.9 mi 8.2
Huntingdon Middle School Huntingdon 18.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,679

Median Home Value

$124,600

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

10,470

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

43

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Portland East Middle School Portland, TN 7.5
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Alcoa Middle School Alcoa, TN 7.4
Jim Satterfield Middle School Hartsville, TN 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Camden JR High School

What grades does Camden JR High School serve?

Camden JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Camden JR High School?

Camden JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Camden JR High School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Camden JR High School rank in TN?

Camden JR High School ranks #474 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Camden JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Camden JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Camden JR High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Camden JR High School a charter school?

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

Is Camden JR High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Benton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Benton County
District Enrollment
2,130
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,411
District Rank
#1 of 6

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