Camden County Schools & Education
Camden County, New Jersey
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
68/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
88.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.4%
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,416
National avg $13,239
State avg $13,088
School Score
68/100
Higher = better
State avg 80/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#16
of 21 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Camden County
School Verdict
Camden County performs at an average level with a school score of 68/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.1%.
Funding Context
With $12,416 per pupil, Camden County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Camden County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 15% below the New Jersey average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 3.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Camden County, New Jersey
A Robust Urban-Suburban Network
Camden County hosts 156 public schools serving 81,925 students across 45 unique districts. The landscape is primarily elementary-focused with 90 schools, supported by a significant number of specialized and alternative programs.
Graduation Success and Fiscal Reality
At 88.1%, the county's graduation rate exceeds the national average of 87.0%, though it falls short of the high 91.4% New Jersey state average. Per-pupil expenditure is $12,416, which is lower than both state and national spending norms.
Major Districts and Charter Innovation
Cherry Hill School District is the county's largest traditional provider with 10,706 students across 19 schools. Innovation is a key theme here, as institutions like Camden's Promise Charter and Mastery Schools serve thousands of students outside the traditional district model.
Dynamic Mix of Suburban and City Schools
With 127 schools in suburbs and 24 in city centers, the county offers a varied educational feel. The average school size is 539 students, but large-scale campuses like Cherry Hill High School East enroll over 2,000 teenagers.
Invest Near High-Quality Schools
Camden County's school landscape offers diverse choices from high-performing suburban districts to innovative charter options. For those prioritizing school quality in their home search, the Cherry Hill area remains a perennial favorite for its established reputation.
School Overview
Total Schools
156
in Camden County
Total Enrollment
81,925
students
School Districts
45
districts
Charter Schools
4
3% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
45 School Districts in Camden County
Cherry Hill School District
Gloucester Township Public Schools
Camden City School District
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
Winslow Township School District
Black Horse Pike Regional School District
Lindenwold Public School District
Voorhees Township School District
Mastery Schools of Camden Inc.
Haddonfield School District
156 Public Schools in Camden County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. | Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. | KG–12 | Other | 2,880 |
| Camden's Promise Charter School | Camden's Promise Charter School | PK–12 | Charter | 2,363 |
| Cherry Hill High School East | Cherry Hill School District | 9–12 | High | 2,087 |
| KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation | KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation | KG–11 | Other | 2,026 |
| Eastern Regional High School | Eastern Camden County Regional School District | 9–12 | High | 1,933 |
| Leap Academy University Charter School | LEAP Academy University Charter School | KG–12 | Charter | 1,557 |
| Pennsauken High School | Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District | 9–12 | High | 1,530 |
| Camden County Technical School-GTC | Camden County Technical School District | 9–12 | Vocational | 1,394 |
| Cherry Hill High School West | Cherry Hill School District | 9–12 | High | 1,355 |
| Winslow Township High School | Winslow Township School District | 9–12 | High | 1,273 |
| Highland Regional High School | Black Horse Pike Regional School District | 9–12 | High | 1,204 |
| Timber Creek Regional High School | Black Horse Pike Regional School District | 9–12 | High | 1,166 |
| Camden Prep Inc. | Camden Prep Inc. | KG–11 | Other | 1,162 |
| Triton Regional High School | Black Horse Pike Regional School District | 9–12 | High | 1,132 |
| Howard M. Phifer Middle School | Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District | 6–8 | Middle | 1,045 |
| Haddon Heights Jr./Sr. High School | HADDON HEIGHTS School District | 7–12 | High | 983 |
| Voorhees Middle School | Voorhees Township School District | 6–8 | Middle | 963 |
| Ann A. Mullen Middle School | Gloucester Township Public Schools | 6–8 | Middle | 933 |
| Lindenwold Middle School | Lindenwold Public School District | 5–8 | Middle | 911 |
| Sterling High School | Sterling Regional School District | 9–12 | High | 894 |
KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation
LEAP Academy University Charter School
Camden County Technical School District
Pennsauken Township Board of Education School District
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$12,416
State avg $13,088
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Camden County, New Jersey — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Camden County, New Jersey?
Camden County hosts 156 public schools serving 81,925 students across 45 unique districts. The landscape is primarily elementary-focused with 90 schools, supported by a significant number of specialized and alternative programs.
How do schools in Camden County perform academically?
At 88.1%, the county's graduation rate exceeds the national average of 87.0%, though it falls short of the high 91.4% New Jersey state average. Per-pupil expenditure is $12,416, which is lower than both state and national spending norms.
What are the major school districts in Camden County, New Jersey?
Cherry Hill School District is the county's largest traditional provider with 10,706 students across 19 schools. Innovation is a key theme here, as institutions like Camden's Promise Charter and Mastery Schools serve thousands of students outside the traditional district model.
What is the school experience like in Camden County?
With 127 schools in suburbs and 24 in city centers, the county offers a varied educational feel. The average school size is 539 students, but large-scale campuses like Cherry Hill High School East enroll over 2,000 teenagers.
How can I find homes near good schools in Camden County, New Jersey?
Camden County's school landscape offers diverse choices from high-performing suburban districts to innovative charter options. For those prioritizing school quality in their home search, the Cherry Hill area remains a perennial favorite for its established reputation.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.