For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 359 students in Camden, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Camden, AL is J E Hobbs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camden, AL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Camden have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Camden, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J E Hobbs Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30 Claiborne St
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9310
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-9310
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Wilcox County Alternative School
Alternative School
30 Claiborne Street
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-5074
Camden, AL 36726
(334) 682-5074
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Camden, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Camden, AL include J E Hobbs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Camden?
2 public elementary schools are located in Camden.
What is the racial composition of students in Camden?
Camden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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