For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 213 students in Camden, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in Camden, MS is Velma Jackson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camden, MS public high school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Camden have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Camden, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Velma Jackson High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Camden, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Velma Jackson High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Loring Road
Camden, MS 39045
(662) 468-2531
Camden, MS 39045
(662) 468-2531
Gr: 9-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Camden, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Camden, MS include Velma Jackson High School.
How many public high schools are located in Camden?
1 public high schools are located in Camden.
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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