MASTERY SCHOOLS OF CAMDEN INC.

Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. is a public school that is part of the Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. school district, located in Camden, NJ with about 2,140 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 10th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 148 teachers, Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. is a network of public charter schools operating within the Camden City School District in New Jersey. Founded on the "Mastery" educational model, the organization focuses on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to close the achievement gap for students in urban communities. The schools emphasize a structured, high-expectations environment where academic mastery is prioritized, and students are supported through personalized instruction and consistent character development.

By operating multiple campuses across the city, Mastery Schools of Camden aims to provide local families with high-quality alternatives to traditional public schooling. The network is known for its data-driven approach to instruction and a strong school culture that stresses safety, discipline, and long-term academic success. As a tuition-free public charter, the institution remains deeply integrated into the Camden community, working to ensure that its graduates are well-prepared for the demands of higher education and professional careers.

For more information, contact Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. at (215) 866-9000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

601 Vine St
Camden, NJ 08102
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MASTERY SCHOOLS OF CAMDEN INC. is a public school in Camden, NJ with about 2,140 enrolled students. See other public other schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,140
Teachers:
148
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th 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 2,140 students

Hispanic/Latino
63.6%
Black or African American
34.9%
Two or more races
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.2%
White
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.0%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.