Camden Fairview High School is a secondary school located in Camden, Arkansas, United States. The school is a part of the Camden Fairview School District. The school houses grades 9 through 12. With an approximate enrollment of more than 750, the school is the largest in Camden. The current principal is Cara Bowie.
Serving 652 students in grades 9-12, Camden Fairview High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camden Fairview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Camden Fairview High School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Camden Fairview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Camden Fairview High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#951 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
66%
19%
White
26%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camden Fairview High School's ranking?
Camden Fairview High School is ranked #951 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Camden Fairview High School often compared to?
Camden Fairview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Camden Fairview High School?
The graduation rate of Camden Fairview High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Camden Fairview High School?
652 students attend Camden Fairview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Camden Fairview High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camden Fairview High School?
Camden Fairview High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Camden Fairview High School offer ?
Camden Fairview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camden Fairview High School part of?
Camden Fairview High School is part of Camden Fairview School District.
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