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2 schools in Camden

Mississippi · Public K-12

Camden, Mississippi operates 2 public K-12 schools between its neighborhoods, enrolling about 323 students (around 162 per campus).

7-year change in Camden

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
323
-89 (-22%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
2%
was 0%
% Hispanic
0%
was 0%
% Black
95%
was 100%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Camden ElementaryElementaryKG-0599
Velma Jackson High SchoolHigh09-13224

About Camden

Across Camden, Mississippi, 2 public schools instructs about 323 students between them.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city comprises 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Average school size in Camden is around 162 students, 67% below the Mississippi average of about 498.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Camden has shrank 22% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 412 students to 323. The Black share of public-school enrollment declined from 100% to 95%.

On allk12, the community for Camden discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Camden?
Camden, Mississippi has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 323 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Camden?
Camden has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Camden?
Velma Jackson High School is the largest public school in Camden by enrollment, with approximately 224 students.
What school districts serve Camden?
Camden public schools are operated by Madison County Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Camden cover?
Public schools in Camden serve students from kindergarten through grade 13.