CAMDEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Camden Central High School is a public high school that is part of the Benton County school district, located in Camden, TN with about 580 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, Camden Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Camden Central High School, located at 115 Schools Drive in Camden, Tennessee, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for students in Benton County. As a key part of the local community, the school is dedicated to preparing students for life after graduation by offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects with opportunities for elective exploration, including career and technical education, fine arts, and various extracurricular activities. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment where faculty and staff strive to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a strong sense of school spirit and community tradition.

Beyond the classroom, Camden Central High School is highly integrated into the social fabric of the Camden area, often acting as a focal point for local events and athletic competitions. The school emphasizes the importance of personal growth, character development, and academic achievement, encouraging students to participate in clubs, organizations, and sports teams that help build leadership skills and lasting friendships. By maintaining a balance between rigorous academic expectations and a well-rounded student experience, the institution aims to produce graduates who are well-equipped to contribute positively to their future workplaces and the broader community.

For more information, contact Camden Central High School at (731) 584-7254 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

115 Schools DR
Camden, TN 38320
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CAMDEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Camden, TN with about 580 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Benton County
Total Students:
580
Teachers:
34.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 580 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CAMDEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
92.1%
Black or African American
4.0%
Hispanic/Latino
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Two or more races
0.7%
Asian
0.5%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.