Serving 1,465 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Camden Prep Inc. ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,465 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden Prep Inc. ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Camden Prep Inc.'s student population of 1,465 students has grown by 99% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Camden Prep Inc. ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Prep Inc. is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1909 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
36%
34%
Black
61%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Prep Inc.'s ranking?
Camden Prep Inc. is ranked #1909 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Camden Prep Inc.?
1,465 students attend Camden Prep Inc..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Camden Prep Inc. students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Camden Prep Inc. offer ?
Camden Prep Inc. offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Camden Prep Inc. part of?
Camden Prep Inc. is part of Camden Prep Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Camden Prep Inc. located?
Camden Prep Inc. is located in the Liberty Park neighborhood of Camden, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Liberty Park.
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