For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,210 students in Camden, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Camden, TN are Briarwood School and Camden Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camden, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Camden have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Camden, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
169 Briarwood Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4257
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4257
Gr: 3-5 | 395 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Camden Jr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
75 Schools Dr
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4518
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4518
Gr: 6-8 | 373 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
208 Washington Ave
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4918
Camden, TN 38320
(731) 584-4918
Gr: PK-2 | 442 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Camden, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Camden, TN include Briarwood School and Camden Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Camden?
4 public elementary schools are located in Camden.
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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