For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 352 students in Camden, AL.
The top-ranked public high school in Camden, AL is Wilcox Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camden, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Camden have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public high schools.
Camden, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wilcox Central High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Camden, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilcox Central High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1310 T L Threadgill Rd
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9239
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9239
Gr: 9-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Wilcox County Alternative School
Alternative School
30 Claiborne Street
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-5074
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-5074
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Camden, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Camden, AL include Wilcox Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Camden?
2 public high schools are located in Camden.
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
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